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Michael Smoak Obituary
In addition to his parents, Michael is survived by his brother, Trey Smoak, sister-in-law, Bobbie, and niece, Emma, along with many loving friends and family. He is also survived by his grandparents, Ralph W. Smoak Sr. and Jo Ann Smoak.
A memorial service will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, August 10, 2011, at Our Lady of the Hills Catholic Church, 120 Marydale Lane, Columbia, SC 29210. Visitation will immediately follow in the Parish Hall. Fr. David Whitman will officiate. Dunbar Funeral Home, Dutch Fork Chapel in Irmo, is assisting the family.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to "Lunch Box Group" at St. Simon and St. Jude Episcopal Church, 110 Kinley Road, Irmo, SC 29063.
A message of condolence may be expressed at www.dunbarfunerals.com.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Smoak
Sydney Boyd
August 25, 2011
Ralph & Penny, I'm praying for you. Hoping you feel God's arms around you. Mike is home & at peace. Thinking of you & love you both.
Brandon Vann
August 22, 2011
Mike, My memory is that of middle school when we went to see hootie and the blowfish at the armory on a school night. We thought were were the coolest, but you were always cooler than me. Will miss you very much. Peace be with you......
August 18, 2011
Our deepest sympathy goes to all of you as you managing this difficult time.
Andy and Kelley Fink
Erika Hardee
August 17, 2011
My fondest memories of Mike were in elementary school at Seven Oaks. He was my first crush with that amazing smile and dimples. He is an amazing soul and will be greatly missed. I have placed a prayer request for Mike and the Smoak Family at St. Paul's Episcopal in Summerville, SC
Melissa Fleming
August 17, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Smoak family at this difficult time.
Tom Hartley
August 14, 2011
Ralph, I am so sorry to read about your and Penny's tragic loss. This is so painful for all of the Smoak family. My thoughts and prayers go out to all...
Tom Hartley,-friend-
Barbara Marshe
August 14, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Smoak family as they travel this path of sadness. Mike was a sweet young boy when I first met him at Seven Oaks Elementary School, and had the most infectious smile. Prayers are with all who loved him.
Rosalyn Holmes
August 12, 2011
To my beloved Mrs. Penny and the entire Smoak family. I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you, I pray that God wraps his loving arms around you and comforts you at this time of bereavement. God Bless.
Susan Addy
August 11, 2011
Ralph and family, we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers go out to you and your entire family.He will be missed by all who knew him. Susan & Randy Addy
Rick Rickman
August 11, 2011
Mike, play a sweet round of 18 holes - long drives, straight putts. Enjoy conversation with your passed relatives. See us struggling down here on Earth, and help us through this. Big love, cousin, you "Steve-a-wah."
Vivian Swails Davis
August 10, 2011
You are in my thoughts and prayers.
August 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers go to Ralph, Penny, Trey and family. Stay strong- Teresa, Chris And Bryan Burkett Family-
Coty Campbell
August 10, 2011
Thoughts and prayers to the Smoak family
Ashley Laird
August 10, 2011
I will never forget you EVER. My heart is broken. Prayers and strength to family
Margaret & David Mathias
August 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire family during this difficult time. May God mend your hearts and comfort you.
Ericka Rickman
August 10, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to you and yours right now. I wish we could be there for you during this time. Please feel our love coming to you from Portland Oregon.
Ginger Hipkins
August 10, 2011
I am Max Hipkins little sister so Mike was like a brother to me. He was a great person. My thoughts go out to the Smoak family.
Theresa Smith
August 10, 2011
Mike-I hope you have found peace. You were a wonderful person and always brought smiles to the faces of those around you. I will hold memories of you close to my heart. You were, and still are, loved very much.
To the Smoak Family-
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I hope that you can find strength in each other to get through this difficult time. God Bless.
Jenny Franz Grice
August 10, 2011
Mike, went upstairs last night and pulled out my IRMO yearbook and read what you wrote :-)! I will miss your smile, your laughter, and reading on FB about your golf game! My thoughts go out to your family! May God keep them strong during this time. I pray I see your smiling face again one day...until then, rest in peace...
Reed Curtis
August 10, 2011
Penny, My thoughts and prayers are with your family. You are one of my favorite people of all time and I am here whenever you need me. During this sad time I hope you remember how much you are loved for your laughter, smiles, and the genuine support you give to all. May you find peace during this difficult time. All my love,
Rich Sarazen
August 10, 2011
I worked with Mike at the Olive Garden years ago now but I always remember him as a good guy smiling and joking around..Rest in peace
Toni Vakos
August 10, 2011
Penny,
There are no words to express grief - only sounds. I hope your grieving time is brief and quickly replace with life-long, loving memories of your son.
Allison Cooley Alberts
August 10, 2011
Sending prayers for the entire Smoak family. God Bless
Molly & Troy Lowder
August 10, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Smoak family during this time of such a sad loss.
Amy Hook
August 10, 2011
I, along with many others, am heartbroken by this loss. My thoughts are with your family as you go through this difficult time.
Sateva Fox
August 10, 2011
My prayers go out to everyone touched by his loss, Rest In peace Mike
August 10, 2011
Trey, I am so saddened by this terrible tragedy. Please know that you and your family are in my prayers.
Missy (Laffey) Brown
Jerel Arceneaux
August 10, 2011
Penny
Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of loss.
Jerel Arceneaux
Helen Crouch Gamble
August 10, 2011
Penny, my heart aches for you and your family. So very sorry.
Yvonne Shull
August 10, 2011
Trey and family I am very sorry for your loss. I know you loved your brother very much and I know he loved you. May you find peace and comfort knowing so many people loved him and your family. God Bless!
Ryan Nichols
August 10, 2011
Mike,
You will be dearly missed by everyone that had the pleasure to meet you. You made me laugh every time I was around you and I will always remember that.
Mikes Family,
My thoughts and prayers for each of you. Stay strong through this difficult time and remember that Mike loved each and every one of you.
RIP Mike! Go Cocks!!
Brian Schwartz
August 10, 2011
Mike you will be missed. Thanks for all the great memories. I now have another angel on my side and until we meet again my friend may you find peace.
Deborah Gay
August 10, 2011
Mike, you were one of my oldest friends, and I am truly heartbroken at the news of your death. I will forever cherish the memories we shared over the past 30 years, and I pray that you have found the peace and happiness that you deserve.
blaine long
August 10, 2011
smoak was a great guy, i will truly miss seeing his smile. he was a good friend to me and many others. your stories and jokes will be missed buddy. All of our prayers go out to the Smoak family.
Scott Solkofske
August 10, 2011
Mike, we will miss you very much. I enjoyed out talks in homeroom over the 4 years in high school. You always had a great smile and had an infectious laugh. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mike's family and friends. We know that Mike is now at peace.
Carrie
August 9, 2011
Many sweet memories of mike. Will never forget his smile and kind words! May you rest in peace mike! Praying for the family to get through this hard time! Mike was a wonderful person and will be truly missed!
Amy & Mark Lackey
August 9, 2011
Penny, we will always remember stories of your "boys" that you told at University 101. Mike was a wonderful man, loving son, and good friend to so many. Our thoughts and prayers are with you, Ralph, and Trey.
Radhika Talwani Bombard
August 9, 2011
Penny, Trey and family,
So very sorry to hear of your loss. You are in our prayers.
Brenda Amedee
August 9, 2011
Penny and the entire Smoak family, I am truly sorry for your loss and I will pray for you in your time of grief.
Ashley Florence Rhyne
August 9, 2011
I will never forget your smile and all the fun times we shared during highschool. Your family and friends are in my thoughts and prayers. RIP Mike.
Stephanie (King) Devaney
August 9, 2011
Penny, Ralph, and Trey,
During this difficult time please know that many prayers are being said for your family.
Susan Hudson
August 9, 2011
Penny, I'm so sorry to hear of your loss. I always enjoyed hearing stories about your "boys," and I'm sure you will keep those in your heart. I'm thinking of you, dear friend, and praying for your family.
Nicky Gooden Abernathy
August 9, 2011
Mike, I will always remember your smile. God bless you and your family.
Tara Stewart-Stratford
August 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Mike's family at this sad time. I remember you from High School you will be be greatly missed.
Judy Lucas
August 9, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
John and Judy Lucas
Renee Shaffer
August 9, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.
william mills
August 9, 2011
rip smoak! you & i hadn't talked much recently, but damn i'm going to miss you smoak. looking forward to sitting down w all the boys at the big poker table up in the sky one day. "tell me brother, can you see the sun, where you're standing now?" hope you are at peace.
Kathy Ezzell Glenn
August 9, 2011
Penny, Ralph and Trey our prayers are with you during this terrible loss. I can see Ryan, Trey and Mikey playing in our backyard in "Gardendale" What fond memories we have of him. He was a fine young man with a smile that touched everybody's hearts. He was loved my many and will be missed by all who knew him. Kathy Ezzell Glenn, Danny and Ryan.
Tiffany Gierum
August 9, 2011
Mike you were loved by many, you were a great man and will truely be missed. The memories of your LAUGH (HE HE!) and your way of always making people laugh will stay with us forever! RIP "Smoak".God bless,my prayers go out to the Smoak Family
August 9, 2011
I just want to say how sorry I am for the Smoak's. They are a great family. Mikey had wonderful parents that loved him very much. Take care friends and know that I am here if you need me. Vicky
Jessica Woods
August 9, 2011
How sad it makes me to hear of this horrible news. I will always remember Mikey as a huge part of my elementary days. Mike, I am happy you were a part of my life. To his family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Goegeline
August 9, 2011
We only knew you for such a short time but we truely enjoyed your smile, time together and your company. Mike you will be missed. Our heartfelt prayers go out to the entire Smoak family. Gerry, Jeff & Jared
Torri Gamble
August 9, 2011
I went to high school with Mike and was so saddened to hear of his passing. I hope your family can find some comfort and support from the people that knew and loved Mike. Many thoughts and prayers are being sent. God bless.
Kara Montgomery
August 9, 2011
Penny, my prayers are with you and your family. I am so sorry.
Melissa Davis
August 9, 2011
So sorry for your loss. You are all in our prayers.
Brad White
August 9, 2011
Mike, you will be missed by everyone. Too many memories to forget.
Haley Calore (Marshe)
August 9, 2011
Many sweet memories of elementary days come to mind when I think of "Mikey" and his great smile and laughter. I am praying for the Smoak family and all of Mike's friends. I am so sorry.
amy yates
August 9, 2011
Oh Mikey...you were so many great things to so many people...RIP my friend. God Bless you Smoak family....he will be missed greatly.
Barbara Cuevas
August 9, 2011
Penny-My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Wanda Barr
August 9, 2011
Penny, I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers for your comfort and peace go out to you.
John and Charlene Carter
August 9, 2011
All our thoughts and prayers are with Penny, Ralph, and Trey during this difficult time. May your memories bring you comfort and healing.
Casey Goldston
August 9, 2011
Penny -
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Casey
Travis and Allison Weed
August 9, 2011
Smoak, We were very blessed to have you as a friend, I will miss the laughs and good times. Rest in peace bud. Our prayers go out to the Smoak family. God Bless You!
August 9, 2011
Penny and Ralph..I can't imagine how you must be feeling right now. Belle and I send our warmest wishes for your future happiness and our deepest sympathy for your loss. Jerry Jewler
Regina Wragg
August 9, 2011
My prayers for peace in this time of bereavement are with you and your loved ones, Ms. Penny!
Miranda Helterman Ritner
August 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers go out to the Smoak family.
Eric and Faye Pantsari
August 9, 2011
Please know, Smoak family, that you are in our thoughts, on our hearts, and in our prayers. We are so very sorry.
Mandy Graham
August 9, 2011
Mike, our friendship and talks the past few years have meant so much to me. Thoughts and prayers to Penny, Ralph and Trey during this difficult time. May God's love surround and comfort you.
August 9, 2011
Penny
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Art Farlowe
Mike and Kimmi
August 9, 2011
Prayers for Mike and the Smoak family. You will be missed Mike. Rest in peace buddy.
Kevin Sanders
August 9, 2011
rip you will be missed!
Jenni Timms
August 9, 2011
Mike you will be missed by many people. My prayers go out to the Smoak family. RIP Mike
Blake Mayes
August 9, 2011
We lost a friend. Mike will be missed. I pray that Mr & Mrs Smoak and Trey will heal quickly. God bless the Smoak family!
Stacie Clark
August 9, 2011
You will always be "Mikey" to me. You were an all around great guy and you will be missed by all who knew you. Lots of love and heartfelt prayers being sent to Penny, Ralph and Trey.
Liz Reed Blau
August 9, 2011
Smoak, you will be missed by all. I'm thankful I could call you a friend. May the Smoak family find peace.
Tara Johnson Butterfield
August 9, 2011
my thoughts and prayers are with the Smoak family. Mike, you will be missed.
Katie Chantron - Holcomb
August 9, 2011
Mike you will be missed by so many. My thoughts and prays to the Smoak family. RIP Mike.
DeeDee Kehl
August 9, 2011
Ralph & Penny,
I was saddened to hear about Mike. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Much sympathy from your friends at SCBT.
Emily Catalanotto (Hubbell)
August 9, 2011
Mike...I will always remember your cute smile and contagious laughter. This is such a horrible loss.
Nikki Lowder
August 9, 2011
Words seem inadequate to express the sadness we feel. May the memories give all your family and friends strength. In loving memory of a wonderful person; Mike you will remain in our hearts and prayers forever. We will love you and miss you always.
Christy Frisby Graff
August 9, 2011
What a terrible loss! Such a beautiful person! I will be praying for your family!
Margo Weir
August 9, 2011
You will be greatly missed. I will continue to pray for the entire family. I know that God is wrapping his arms around all of you~
Love- Margo Byrum Weir
chip & debbie stevenson
August 9, 2011
just want ralph and penny to know that yall are in our thoughts and prayers! chip and debbie stevenson.
Brooke Haygood
August 9, 2011
That smile is one I will never forget. Thank you for being a part of my life. I pray you are in a happy place now. Lots of love and prayer to the Smoak Family.
Sonya Powers
August 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with the Smoak family! I remember growing up all the way from Elementary school with Mike. You will be missed!
Leigh-Ann Gibson
August 9, 2011
I will miss you Mike Smoooaaakkk!
Rest in peace sweet friend.
Barbara Tobolowsky
August 9, 2011
Penny and Ralph,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. Take care.
August 9, 2011
We will always remember your smiling face and your energy. You will be missed by us all. Cliff and Dana Hall (Irmo,SC)
Jamie Derrick Moore
August 9, 2011
I will always remember Mike with such joy and light. He'll be missed. My thoughts and prayers are with the Smoak family.
Jason Bockus
August 9, 2011
Mike was loved by so many. He will be missed by everyone. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.
Virginia Shealy
August 9, 2011
Prayers are with the Smoak family during this difficult time.
August 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Mike and his family. Mike will be missed, and he was loved by so many.....Jason Bockus(myrtle beach)
Lindsay Clark
August 9, 2011
Mike you will be missed by so many..you were so loved! My thoughts and prayers go out to Ralph, Penny,Trey,and the rest of the Smoak family.
Lindsey Fields
August 9, 2011
Mike you will never be forgotten, your smile, great personality, and that unforgettable laugh will stay with me forever...rest in peace my long lost friend...
Leigh-Ann Gibson
August 9, 2011
I will miss you Mike Smoooaaakkkk.
Rest in peace sweet friend.
amber
August 9, 2011
... I am so so very sorry
Priscella Frick
August 9, 2011
I have such great memories of Mike! Thanks for all the good times! You will be missed by so many! My thoughts and prayers to the Smoak family!
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