John Randolph Smelser
1955 - 2023
John Randolph Smelser
1955 - 2023
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BORN
1955
DIED
2023
John Smelser Obituary
John Randolph Smelser was born August 7, 1955 in Baltimore, MD to the late Willie Leon Smelser, Sr. and Lottie Byrd Moore Smelser and is a lifetime resident of northern Anne Arundel County. He enjoyed a 32 year career in the maintenance dept. of First National Bank (now M&T) where he worked alongside of his father and brothers. A man of great faith, he was an active member of Abundant Life Church where he was active in hospital and prison ministry and served on a missions trip to Honduras where he helped to build a church. John enjoyed hunting, fishing, crabbing, his boats and riding his Harley. Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife Bambi Gayl Krall Smelser, son Adam David Smelser and his wife Dyan of Belair, daughter Tina Marie Smelser of Gettysburg, PA, brothers Roy and Willie L. Smelser, Jr., both of PA, sister Joyce Ann Dennis of Glen Burnie as well as two cherished grandchildren Brianna and Christian Smelser. He passed away peacefully at the Gilchrist Hospice surrounded by his family.
Sherry
February 8, 2023
I have such fond memories of John, his father and brothers. So many times during my 40 year career, I was saved by this group of magicians. They could solve any problem, fix anything and always with a good sense of humor about the issue at hand. They were always there when you needed them. It was such a pleasure to watch them work, and I always took their advice on what was needed in the branches I supported.
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Dawn Smith
February 5, 2023
Grief is so hard, but holding and sharing special memories really can help us cope some. Sending to all of my Cousins; Bambi, Tina, Adam, and all of the rest of Johns closest Family Memebers, Our Love and Our Prayers. Know that you all are truly in Our Hearts and We love All of You today and always.
One thing for sure is that you can take comfort knowing John is with Our Lord and Savior and he is also with All of Our Families watching over All of Us.
Sincerely, Cous Dawn and Lou and the Rest of My Families
Sending Our
Heartfelt Sympathy ♥
Melody Stockdale
February 5, 2023
Bambi and family, so sorry for your loss. John was a good friend and I know he loved the Lord and served Him in so many ways. Prayers and love for all of you.
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Helen Scelsi
February 5, 2023
Joyce Dennis and family,
I'm so sorry for your loss of your brother John. May he rest in peace.
My condolences to the family. God Bless. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Barry & Laura Evans
February 5, 2023
John was always friendly and had a good sense of humor. Remember him lending me his VHS camcorder. He also recorded our wedding in 1991. God bless Bambi and family.
Chris
February 4, 2023
Although I only knew you a short time. I just wanted to thank you for raising such a wonderful and loving daughter. Rest in peace John
Patricia Longo
February 4, 2023
We are so sorry for your loss. You all are in our prayers.
Love,
Patty & Michele
Bob Matthews
February 4, 2023
John and I shared an office at the old M&T warehouse in Hollins Ferry. His desk was across from mine. Although we weren't very close off the job, Jon and I would swap jokes and stories across the room every morning. John was fun to be around and his stories about his brothers were always hilarious. Its been quite some time since I last saw John. I periodically have thought about the memories of him in the time that has passed by.
So long my friend. May Jesus accept your soul with waiting arms.
Bob Matthews
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