James W. Smith

Jason,Sunny Lynn, And Sherri,
I am so sorry for you loss. It is never easy. When times get tough, try to remember the good times you all had with him. I will keep you all in my prayers.

Mr. Smith was a kind and gentle man. "Estimate day" was never dull, but he taught us so much. It was our pleasure and quite an honor to work for him and be a part of the "Boots" Smith team. We will miss him.

I have been a part of the “Boots” family for over 10 years. Finding the words to capture the spirit of the man who was Sonny Smith is difficult to do. He was so much more than my employer, he was my friend. It was an honor to have known him. I talked with him daily; we shared many laughs, as well as tough decisions. I will miss him. He was a great leader and teacher, who knew when to be stern, as well as compassionate. I hope that his family will remember and take comfort in knowing that Sonny will live on in the memory of those his life has forever touched.

Sonny was a true friend as well a great leader,he always had a smile and hand shake for everyone.Sonny was always there when you needed him,his passing leaves a void that cant be filled I will miss his big smile and the friendship that we had.

Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.

Sonny has been my boss for 16 yrs and I will miss him a lot not only as a boss but as a friend. He was truly a good man and it was my pleasure to have worked for him.

I have worked for G.B. Boots Smith for 12 years. Mr. Smith was a great boss and a good friend. I enjoyed working with him. He was always helpful with whatever we asked.

There will never be words to adequately describe Sonny Smith. But we can try. I have known Sonny my whole life. I grew up at Boots and have worked for him for 27yrs. I have seen him be hardcore and then turn around and give you the shirt off his back. He was the greatest boss and the best friend you could ever ask for. I and those he has helped over the years will miss him dearly. Jason, Sherry, Sunny Lynn ya'll are in our prayers and have our support. Thank you Sonny Smith for making the world around us a better place. You will be missed.

Mr. Sonny was my best friend and my boss for 20 years. As my friend I called "The Chief" together we worked on oilfield bids and jobs. He will be sadly missed.

Lynne, I just heard of your loss and my prayers are with you and the family.

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. We will always cherish the memories we shared!
Ken, Teresa, Jana, Jon Marshall Ishee

I worked for G.B. "Boots" Smith for 20 years before my brothers and I went into business for ourselves and I have known Sonny for about 50 years. We were sorry to hear of his passing. The Smith children as well as the remaining Smith family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

Drexel Thornton & Family

Sonny Smith Family:

Sonny was President of the Mississippi Trucking Association 1977-78. He was a strong leader and a powerful voice in the Legislature with his delegation from Jones County. He made numerous trips to Jackson to help with passing or killing of proposed motor carrier legislation.

Sonny was generous in helping MTA build a new state headquarters building. He funded a memorial to his father by having a meeting room named in his honor.

Sonny was popular on the national level as well as across the state. He attended numerous American Trucking Association Management Conferences.

I was in organization management for 42 years which means I have had 42 bosses------and Sonny Smith was my all time favorite. What a great guy and friend. Heaven is certain to have more fun with Sonny there.

Sincerest best wishes to the family.

Dean Cotten
General Manager 1974 to 1984
President 1984-2007

Almost 13 yrs ago I came to work at GBBS. I was afraid to even speak to Mr. Smith with that gruff voice. Soon I learned to know the most kind hearted man I ever knew. Until the day before he passed away he asked me about my sick family members. I am truly sorry for the loss we all share but glad that I was able to really get to know him.

To all of the G.B. "Boots" Smith family my heart and prayers go out to each and every one of you because I know he cared for each one of you greatly. Mr. Smith will surely be missed!!!

Sherri, so sorry to hear of Sonny's passing. I know what your Dad meant to you and I know what the three of his children meant to him. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you during this time. May God Bless You.

OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

To each and every burden heart, may you find comfort in your family and friends. May God bless you and hold you close to His heart and touch you with the peace that only He can give. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Mr. and Mrs. C. L. Hoover,

In ways big and small, your father's life changed our world and left it a better place. As you share the stories and the memories of how he lived his life and how much he meant, may you find comfort in knowing ... that he touched too many hearts to ever be forgotten. May you also know the deep sympathy and concern that is felt for all your family.

You are in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. He will be sadly missed.

Sunny Lynn, Jason, and Sherri,
My deepest sympathies for your loss. You are all in my prayers.

We were sorry to hear of Sonny's death. He, like your grandfather was a good man to work for. Just know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sonny was one of a kind. Understood risk/reward like very few do. He stepped up when most were heading for the doors. I am glad to have been involved with him in making some of these decisions. Condolence to his family.

With deepest sympathy in the loss of your father, May God bless each of you at this time and provide you with peace during this difficult time.

Sonny was one of a kind. He knew when to step up and take a calculated risk (when no one else would), and when to fold his tent. I was fortunate to have been involved with him in a number of these decisions. Condolence to his family.

H. Upton

We lost a great leader and very dear friend Thursday, JULY 3, 2008. We will continue your dreams and goals, bonded together more than ever. Your expectations we be exceeded by far. You will never be fogotten. We are honored to be a part of G.B."BOOTS" SMITH CORP.

Our deepest sympathy goes out to Jason, Sherri and Sunny Lynn Smith. May GOD bless and comfort you all,we're keeping you in our prayers and thoughts.

Bless the Smith children in this very
difficult time.

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

We are sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers.

David and Ruth Rogers
Central Hydraulic Inc.

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS HE WAS A GREAT PERSON TO WORK FOR OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU

We are sorry for your loss. May God bless you.
Eddie & Charlotte Brady
A Lasting Impression Florist & Gifts
Laurel, MS 39440
601-425-1290

A ggod and honest person of which I was proud to say that he was my friend!

Jason, sorry for your loss, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Sorry for your loss,

Sorry for your loss,

The Smith Family is in my thoughts and prayers.

I was so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

Sonny was a great man to work for. He Will be missed dearly.

J. FRED WANSLEY

Your family is in our prayers

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

May it be comforting to know that others care deeply and are thinking of you all at this difficult time. I pray that God will comfort your hearts.

Ashley Pitts Hinton
Former employee