Brandon Smiley Obituary
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K Smiley
June 15, 2025
Miss you. Happy Heavenly Father's day
Brenda Lee
December 18, 2024
Gone but not forgotten...SIP
Jacquelin Scott
December 18, 2024
Condolences to the family, during the holidays is when we really enjoy gathering together and sharing memories, remembering about loved ones that have passed helps to keep their memories alive, so keep pushing on, one love
Tanya Terry
December 18, 2024
Prayers for Ricky and the Family and may Brandon Rest in Perfect Peace.
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Betty Pickett
February 3, 2024
Rickey smiley you have my deepest sympathy,God Bless
Jazper
January 29, 2024
May B Continue to flourish in heaven & may the perpetual light continue to shine down on his family, especially his daughter, Dad Mr Rickey & Mom.
Continue sending Prayers and Love to all
Keep on Kepp´n on Unc
Darlene LaFond
January 28, 2024
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
Lakina Fewell
January 27, 2024
I don't know him personally, but I saw him on the TV show that his dad had. Talented Young Man. Continue to Sleep in peace. Prayers for your family.
Fellini Smith
January 27, 2024
As the time approaches the one year anniversary, I pray that GOD continue to strengthen you and your family. I pray that you all can remember the good times and smile and laugh in his honor. I pray that GOD continue to bless you all and pour out HIS HOLY SPIRIT upon you and your family in Jesus name, Amen . Fellini Smith and family .
Valerie Bates
December 13, 2023
Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Brenda Lee
December 1, 2023
Deepest sympathies....
Drusilla Bothwell
March 17, 2023
Mr. Rickey Smiley, my condolences to you and your family . May God give you and all the strength to carry on is my prayer!
Jan. 2020, my mother sat in my car, in her driveway and died. I know it doesn´t compare with losing a child. I just wanted you to know that GOD will see you through!
Buddy salinas
March 2, 2023
Mr. Rickey Smiley, just saw ur interview on tv.I just wanted u to know that I feel ur pain. I to have dad to deal with a loved one. God to has helped me walk thru this. I don´t know u but I do care. Take care !
Valerie Bates
February 21, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. May GOD Continue to Bless and Strengthen you
Victoria D Smith
February 15, 2023
My prayers are with the family for strength and support know that this world is not our home we are just pilgrims passing through for God is able to fill your void and to uplift your hearts in all things consider Christ " I am a living witness God will lift your hung down head & mend you heart my condolences
Linda Shelly
February 14, 2023
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.
Latosha Cunningham
February 12, 2023
My condolences to the Smiley family Rickey Smiley your son going to the best place of all that´s heaven stay prayed up my heart is with you and your family Tosha Cunningham Montgomery, Alabama
Lorenza Howell
February 8, 2023
May God give you and your family comfort.
Minister Laverne Johnson
February 7, 2023
I can only imagine what y'all going through praying for y'all that God will continue to give y'all strength my heart goes out to y'all in your time of grief just continue to trust in God and Lend on God God will see y'all through we are never prepare for our love ones to pass you never could have imagine life without your love one am not going say don't cried because it going hurt God will give you strength y'all will always be in my prayers Praying for y'all always From Minister Laverne Johnson And The Johnson Family Be Bless
Sunshine
February 7, 2023
Sending my condolences
Catha Holloway
February 7, 2023
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.
Roberta King
February 7, 2023
My deepest condolences to you and the entire Smiley family. My heart weeps for the parents who buries a child. I will pray for your strength and peace..
With heartfelt sorrow Roberta
Ruth Burns
February 6, 2023
Rickey Smiley and family, you have my very deepest condolence and sincere prayers that God would comfort, strengthen and give you all His Peace that surpasses all understanding. I watched your family show faithfully, Rickey you are the greatest dad to all your children, you don´t find that often, God bless you your entire family most of all his mother
Tucker
February 6, 2023
I knew Brandon through my years at the University of Alabama and he was genuinely a goodhearted and hilarious dude. Shocked to hear he is gone. His soul lives on. My heart aches for all who cared for him. RIP, Smiley.
Taborie Gambari
February 6, 2023
I wish I had words to lighten your agony but sometimes words are just not enough. Please accept my deepest condolences on your loss of Brandon Smiley. You are in my thoughts and prayers always.
Margaret Ann
February 6, 2023
To The Smiley´s I pray this for You, Your Family and Love Ones Philippians 4:7 and the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and minds through Christ Jesus.
Dylan
February 5, 2023
I never knew Brandon but I do know he was a very awesome person. He is in a better place and he is being awesome up there. Y'all are awesome too. I am so sorry for y'all's loss.
Denise Bass
February 5, 2023
Extending condolences to you and the entire family! So sorry for your loss Remember God is your refuge and present help! Praying for continue strength and God covering with his precious blood! Much Love
BJT
February 5, 2023
To Rickey and family, my prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Know that Brandon, is resting comfortably in his masters' arms. with no more worries of the world, for he will forever only know paradise. Stay prayed up and continue to lean on God for guidance, peace, strength and love.
Blessings and much luv!
Imogene Jones
February 5, 2023
To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Praying with and for you and family.
Robin
February 5, 2023
Spending love and prayers to you and your family
Leslie
February 5, 2023
Praying for you all in your time of need... CONDOLENCES
connie stacker
February 5, 2023
Sorry for your loss you and your family have my deepest sympathy
Renee Hagler Brown
February 5, 2023
So sorry for your loss Rickey Smiley on the passing of your son Brandon may he RIP ,My prayers are with the Smiley Family
Alfreda H Thomas
February 5, 2023
I was sadden to learn of the death of Mr Brandon J Smiley son of Mr Rickey Smiley. May grant the entire family strength and peace in their time of sorrow!
Sylvia Anderson
February 5, 2023
My prayers and condolences for the family.
Panitra Jackson
February 5, 2023
To the Family,
You have my deepest of sympathies in this time of bereavement.
Katherine Rouson
February 5, 2023
I´m so sorry. I love the Ricky Smiley Show. You have such a beautiful family. You and your family are in my prayers .
Emprezz MzzDiva
February 5, 2023
Rickey My Heartfelt Sympathy Goes Out Too You And Your Lovely Family In The Loss Of Your Talented Son Brandon/ I Pray God Strengthen/Comfort/Bless And Give You All Peace Within/My Special Prayers For His Mother Brenda And All His Siblings/Heavenly Father Please Keep Rickey And His Family Wrapped In Your Divine Care/And Give Rickey Traveling Grace As He Is On Flight/Weeping May Endure For A Night But Joy Is Sure Too Come In The Morning/In Jesus Precious/Sweet/Divine Name/Amen
Evelyn Thompson
February 5, 2023
To loose a child has been the worse experience of my life. But it has been in this that GOD has shown Himself faithful, comforting, the giver of peace that passeth ALL understanding. He will make a way for you to walk through this indescribable anguish and although the wound will never leave, you will know you have been kept in the everlasting arms of our Lord and Savior.
Evelyn Thompson
Dorothy
February 5, 2023
I am so so sorry for your loss. I became a member of the death of a son July 22, 2020....I KNOW how you feel. Praying will give you all and especially Mom streng for the journey. So sad, but we knoe God is still good in all things...Be blessed
Val Crenshaw
February 5, 2023
My condolences and prayers for you, Rickey, and your family. I pray that God wraps his arms around you and give you the strength that you need during this difficult time.
Alicia
February 5, 2023
Dear Rickey-I pray your strength in the lord. I pray that he gives you peace as you are trying to journey through "every parents worst nightmare"..know Brandon is safe in his arms..may God sends you his angels of peace..
Monique Bass
February 5, 2023
Prayers for Rickey and family God bless you.
Shelia Beasley
February 5, 2023
It is my prayers that God will continue to give you the strength to continue to stand and know that He is God during this difficult time. For we know that without Him we would fall.
Arlene
February 5, 2023
Sorry for your loss. May God keep and your family in his care.
BRENDA ALSTON
February 4, 2023
GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS BRANDON'S FAMILY. AMEN
BRENDA ALSTON, BALTIMORE, MARYLAND.
Dr. Pamela Evans
February 4, 2023
Dear Rickey Smiley, Family, and Friends:
I would like to express my sincere condolences. I watched Brandon´s beautiful home going service live stream. May you find God´s comfort at this time. I will continue to uplift you all in prayer
Cheri R Hartwill
February 4, 2023
I am so sorry for your loss. May God continue to strengthen you during this unsettling time.
Susan L.Clark
February 4, 2023
To Rickey , I send my condolences and share the grief of this sad occasion. You are great father an I am sure Brandon was too. May God strengthen you , your family and his friends.
Linda
February 4, 2023
May God continue to bless and comfort the Smiley family during this time of bereavement.
Kamareia Parrish
February 4, 2023
Praying for you and with you Rip
Cynthia Scott
February 4, 2023
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Shirley
February 4, 2023
My condolences to the family.
Yatosha Pringle
February 4, 2023
My condolences to the whole entire smiley family!! May GOD give you strength to get through this difficult time!
Jasmine Crapps
February 4, 2023
I'm sorry for you loss. God be with you and I'll will pray for your strength in this trying time but also your peace to be able to mourn knowing that this king is going to wait for you with the almighty. Rest in power Brandon
Mr and Mrs Anthony D Butler Sr
February 4, 2023
Even though I didn´t know Brandon , I would like to send my heartfelt condolences to Mr Smiley and Brandon´s mother , I´m sorry for your loss .
Linda Jones
February 4, 2023
My condolences and prayers to the entire Smiley family. Praying for you all. Prophetess Linda Jones
Linda Womack
February 4, 2023
Condolences to Mrs.Brenda, her Husband, Rickey, all siblings of Brandon and to all extended family members. God Loves you and so do I. May God's Grace's and Mercy's shine upon you each and every day. Atlanta
Robinson Family
February 4, 2023
Condolences to your family.
Melissa
February 4, 2023
Sorry to hear about the passing of your Son, Brandon my Condolences
Deidre Benson
February 4, 2023
My prayers are with you and your family. May God grant you the peace that surpasses all understanding.
Wanda Harris
February 4, 2023
I very sorry for your lost, I know how it feels to loss a love one I´m a little old lady from down south and I love you and your sons show he´ll be miss dearly RIP young man
Rebecca Dorsey
February 4, 2023
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Regina Smith
February 4, 2023
Thoughts and prayers goes out to the smiley family . May God continue to bless and strengthen you in your time of bereavement. May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
KYANA Lawrence
February 4, 2023
My deepest sympathy. My husband and I lost our son October 6, 2022. We know the pain. GOD is Good and he does provide comfort
Valarie Fane
February 4, 2023
CONDOLENCES/PRAYERS to family/friends
Brenda E. Reed
February 4, 2023
Sending prayers and condolences to the Smiley family during this difficult time of bereavement. May God bless.
Octavia Mitchell
February 4, 2023
i lost my son a little over a year ago so i have a great idea of what you are going through and one thing a friend told me to remember is that this is my journey and mine alone and to not let anyone dictate to me how long i should grieve. i am still trying to get use to the new normal.I will be praying for your family
Emma Ladson
February 4, 2023
Condolences Mr. Rickey Smiley & Family. Emma´s Ladson (From Your Jazz In The Gardens Family) Miami, Florida
Alfred & Carolyn Daye
February 4, 2023
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.
Stephanie
February 4, 2023
So sorry for your loss. Praying for strength for his family and friends during this difficult time
Gale Burris
February 4, 2023
Condolences to the family of Brandon Smiley. I pray for comfort for you as you lay to rest your love one.
Angel Taylor-fowlkes
February 4, 2023
Words can not describe the level of pain on a family when one of the links are broken. Only time will heal your heart. Father wrap your loving arms around this family, support them during their time of need. Father give them the strength to go through the services and encamp a hedge of protection after the service and in the midnight hour. Father, please hold this family in your arms and protect them from media voices. Cover them from the crowns of their head to the souls of their feet.
Sheila Wells
February 4, 2023
May God continue to comfort you and your family in all this as only He can and fill the void in your hearts with His love and have mercy on Brandon's soul. In Jesus name Amen. Much love to you and your family
The Wells Family, Cleve, Oh
Chartra McNair
February 4, 2023
Continually praying for you and your family...
Rest in Comedy Paradise Brandon
Dorothy Williams
February 4, 2023
May God Continue To Wrap His Loving Arms Around The Smiley Family & Friends
Lauren LaBerth Lewis
February 4, 2023
May God's love uplift and carry all the family through such a time as this!! May his angels of healing comfort you.
Tammy Stone
February 4, 2023
So sorry for the loss of your son Rickey...prayers for all. God Speed
Micheal Jones
February 4, 2023
My Condolences To Rickey and The family . So sorry for your loss and I pray and ask that God gives their family strength to move on during this horrific time . From Conyers Ga ..... Micheal Jones
Yvonne Vassee
February 4, 2023
My prayers and condolences to the Smiley family as you grieve the loss of your love one. May the Lord strength you all.
Pastor Carol Hall Cleveland, Ohio
February 4, 2023
Praying for your family from your sorority sister of DST.
Darlene McGee
February 4, 2023
My deepest condolences to you Mr. Rickey Smiley and the entire family. With all Praises our Lord will continue to guide you and your family along the way. He will Not leave you all. Praying for strength and comfort. Montgomery, IL
Ms.Bobby Hobson
February 4, 2023
To the family of Rickey Smiley's
You have my deepest condolences
May God continue to bless y'all
From Bobby Hobson
Kriste'e Gunter
February 4, 2023
Sending my condolences to you Rickey, his mother and the rest of your family due to the passing of your son, Brandon. May God Keep Each Of You, May God wrap his loving arms around you all, and hold you close to each other and near him during this difficult time. God sees your heart and the love you have for your son. GOD will be with you during this difficult time and will see you through. Keep your head up and keep the faith. You will see him again. May God be the light you need in a time you need him the most, in Jesus Mighty Name Amen.-Kriste'e Gunter
Florence Benjamin
February 4, 2023
My Deepest Condolences to Ricky and family. May you find peace in knowing that your precious loved one is resting in the arms of our Lord and Savior
Francine Jones
February 4, 2023
I am praying for you and your family,hugs, and prayers, all the way from Birmingham Alabama. I am sorry for your loss, God bless this loving family
Sharon Ellis
February 4, 2023
May God give you strength this day and the days ahead. Let the loving memories of Brandon give you comfort and peace. My prayers and condolences to the family.
Darlene Earle
February 4, 2023
My condolences to the Smiley family
Maya Samuel
February 4, 2023
On behalf of myself and my family we send our sincere and deepest condolences to you Mr Rickey Smiley, Brandon´s Mother, his siblings, his daughter and your entire family. We are simply fans of you and follow you on IG, as well I listen to your radio show. I´m praying for you and everyone´s strength during this time. We will continue to lift you up in prayer with each passing day after. Hugs to you all from a virtual distance. God bless you all! We will miss seeing Brandon´s big beautiful smile and his laughter he brought.
Sincerely,
Maya Samuel & The Samuel Family.
Ann
February 4, 2023
Rickey my heart goes out to you and your family My heartfelt condolences and prayers to you and your family. His spirit will live on in the hearts of all his loved ones and his daughter. God is going to take care of you and your family
Randritta S Stroud
February 4, 2023
Sending my deepest condolences to the Smiley family. In God we pray
Beverly Lee
February 4, 2023
RIP Brandon
Cheree
February 4, 2023
Bruh!!! I hurt for you and the family. May God continue to hold you all in his arms. You Sis , Miss DST
Terri Jones
February 4, 2023
Rickey and Family...
I only know of you and Brandon from t.v. I cannot imagine how heavy your hearts are right now, but I will pray for you and May God continue to be with you. Please accept my deepest Sympathy
Darlene Adams
February 4, 2023
My deepest sympathy to the smiley family
Shari Jordan
February 4, 2023
Prayers and condolences for the Smiley Family. Memories are eternal.
Nettia Smith
February 4, 2023
Hey Rickey Smiley & Family, I'm a Big fan of yours but I'm sending nothing Prayers & Love to you & your Family. Keep God first in Everything & Remember to keep your Head Up Always, because Brandon & the rest of your children & Family Needs you. God Got You! Nettia Smith (Lithonia, Georgia) Take Care
Janice L. Moore
February 4, 2023
Rickey Smiley And Family of Brandon Smiley, we share in your grief and send love and prayers to you all Janice L Moore, Baltimore, Md.
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