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Wilber Smith Obituary

Smith, Wilber L., 86, retired self-employed Plasterer, passed away May 23, 2011. Visitation, Friday (5-27) 4-7 p.m. with family present from 5:30-7 p.m.; Service, Saturday (5-28) 10 a.m., Valley Center Christian Church, 1801 E. 5th St. N., Valley Center, KS 67147. Wilber was preceded in death by former wife, Maxine; brothers, C.K., Lowell, Glen; sisters, Gwen Anderson, Evelyn Rusfelt. Survivors: wife, Erma, Wichita; sons, Larry (Cheri) Smith, Wichita, David (Lorita) Smith, Wichita, Kevin Smith, Wichita, Randall (Martha) Ferguson, Wichita, Lance(Cindy) Ferguson, Wichita; daughters, Verna Lee (Richard) Asbell , Virginia, Denise Jones, Wichita; brothers, Laverne (Norma) Smith, Wichita, Robert (Wanda) Smith, Weatherford, OK; sister, Vangie Bradley, Florida; 13 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren. Memorials may be made to the Church. www.hillsidefuneralhomewest.com

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Published by Wichita Eagle on May 26, 2011.

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Harry Simpson

February 27, 2024

Rest Wilbur, until you hear at dawn, the low, clear reveille of God. Thank you for your service to this nation. U.S. Army, WWII.

Patty Tegarden

June 4, 2011

Enjoyed visiting with both Aunt Erma and Uncle Wilber, when it was either here or back in Kansas. Will miss seeing and visiting with him. He was a good Uncle to visit with. Love Patty

Ken and Lois Smith

June 4, 2011

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Ken and Lois Smith

June 4, 2011

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Carolyn Castro

June 4, 2011

I did not grow up around Uncle Wilbur, but when my father (Kenneth Smith) would take me, my sister, and brother back to Kansas for a visit from California, we would always go and see Uncle Wilbur. He was always very sweet to us,and very caring. He was a prince of a man. I will always have fond memories of Uncle Wilbur. The Lord has him now, and for that we rejoice! To the family, I give my condolence. I am sure he will be missed by all. May God bless you all in this time of loss of a husband, father and grandfather.

Blessings
Carolyn (Smith) Castro

May 28, 2011

Larry, David and Kevin,

I am sorry to hear of the loss of your father.
My sincere sympathy to you all and other family members as well.
Pam Hamilton

Ann Armstrong

May 27, 2011

May 27, 2011
Erma and family,
"We weren't around Wilbur very often, but enjoyed him when we were. I really enjoyed getting to know him better before,during, and after Lucille's last years. He was a good Christian man who loved his family. Our thoughts and prayers area with you at this difficult time."

Ann and John Armstrong

Jerry Ferguson

May 27, 2011

Wilbur was always the steady, honest, capable guy that led by example. He always gave the prayers at our many dinners and we could tell they were heard. He is closer to God now.

Ken & Pat Clasen

May 27, 2011

Erma: We are so sorry for the loss of your dear husband, Wilber. We really enjoyed playing cards with him every month. He will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Peggy Mast/Amos

May 27, 2011

I didn't see much of him in the last few years, but Uncle Wilber was always the greatest. I have so many fond memories of him. He was so talented, always able to build something out of nothing and it always looked worth a million bucks. I always use to tell mom and dad that it wasn't fair that your family had all the looks and talents. He has left a great legacy with all you kids. We loved you and will miss you Uncle Wilber

May 26, 2011

Erma ~

We always enjoyed seeing you & Wilber at the dances at Orchard Park. Wilber seemed to have a wonderful time & was so friendly to Ron & I. We've missed seeing both of you for quite awhile. May the Lord be with you in the days ahead.

Ron & Virginia Benninghoff

Dale Triplitt

May 26, 2011

Erma, our thoughts & prayers are with you & your family, Wilber was truly a wonderful man, he will be missed!!

Robin Clark

May 26, 2011

Didn't get to visit as much as I would have liked, but from all the times that we were able to make it out there I really enjoyed our visits, He never made you feel out of anything and even though my kids were young when we came out there we all had a nice time. Thank you Uncle Wilber. We will miss you Love Ron, Robin,Travis and Lisa Clark

May 26, 2011

Erma, we so loved Wilbur. He was so much fun to be around and always a smile on his face from the very first day we met him over 20 years ago. We will miss him! Love, Elaine,Dean, Mallory & Nolan

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