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CLOID RUSSELL SMITH, JR. "C.R." November 28, 1924 - June 13, 2012
C.R. joined the Lord on June 13, 2012. He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Betty B. Smith. He is survived by three children, C. Russell Smith, III (Carolyn), Corinne E. Smith-Plattner (Peter) and Patricia Smith Rutledge (John) and four grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents Cloid R. and Ethel T. Smith. He and Betty were 1943 graduates of Roosevelt High School, Northwest. He was a former Marine and Redskin band member. He worked in the airline industry for 42 years. Services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 23, 2012 at St. Andrew Presbyterian Church, 10813 Donelson Dr., Williamsport, MD 21795. Interment will be at Arlington National Cemetery Columbarium at a later date to be determined. Condolences may be offered at www.rosedalefuneral.com
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Gary Arney
July 12, 2012
Marine Detachment USS Bennington CVS20
1944-1970 Hand Salute, Semper Fi
J.P. BOSWELL
July 11, 2012
C.R. andI were buddies,having served on the carrier USS Bennington in WWII. He was a great friend and he and Betty and I went to Marine reunions many times. He was Semper-Fi to all who knew him.
Anchors Aweigh.old pal !
Jan Hakin
June 21, 2012
Corinne and I have been friends for 40 years. My first impression of her Dad was of a kind and caring individual who had the gift of putting others at ease. As the years went on, I enjoyed getting to know Mr. and Mrs. Smith better and especially enjoyed the stories Mr. Smith would tell. He was a wonderful person and will be missed dearly! Patty, Corinne, and Russ take comfort in the wonderful memories you have of your Dad. He is gone, but not forgotten!
Helen Bullington
June 20, 2012
I am so sorry to hear about C.R.'s passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to your family. We will miss a good friend.
Tracey Chapman
June 18, 2012
Patty - so sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. God bless! (Harkins)
Michelle Muir
June 18, 2012
Patty - You were a great daughter to your father. My prayers are with you and your family during this time but I know that your wonderful memories will be with you forever because memories are always kept near to your heart. Love Michelle
Debbie Schmidt
June 18, 2012
I have known Corinne and her family for over 35 years. I remember her Dad as being very quiet, thoughtful, and funny. It was nice to learn of all his accomplishments, many I was not aware of. Corinne, my thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time, but take comfort in the many wonderful memories as you celebrate his life.
Debbie and John Schmidt
June 18, 2012
HELLO, MY NAME IS VELDA STEPHANSON AND WERE GOOD FRIENDS WITH C.R. AND BETTY. MY BILL DIED IN 07 AND C.R. AND BETTY ATTENDED HIS FUNERAL IN VA. I JUST GOT OUT OF THE HOSPITAL, AFTER ANOTHER WEEK. I'M SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS AND WAS SENDING PRAYERS UP FOR BOTH OF THEM AND WILL CONTINUE TO DO SO. C.R. WAS A WONDERFUL PERSON AND GREAT FRIEND FOR MANY YEARS. HE WILL BE GREATLY MISSED. PLEASE KNOW THAT I WILL BE THERE IN SPIRIT AND PRAYER. TELL BETTY THAT I LOVE HER VERY MUCH AND I'LL TRY TO CALL HER SOON. THANK YOU FOR MANY YEARS OF FAITHFUL FRIENDSHIP, VELDA
June 16, 2012
We got to know CR & Betty after retirement in Florida, we were members of
Tampa United Airlines Retirees . It was a real pleasure to know them and missed them when they went to Homewood in Williamspord, Md.We exchanged e-mails for years after they left Florida.They were great to be with,CR's emails will be missed.
Jim & Pat Hottel, Spring Hill, Fl.
Steven Haffner
June 16, 2012
Dear family of CR Smith:
CR was a nice and intelligent human being. He was an original who came from Capital Airlines to United Airlines. He was instrumental along with others who made United Air Lines the "greatest airline" from the 60's through the 80's. I was fortunate to have known him at Friendship Airport in Baltimore which later became BWI. He was well liked and respected by those who worked for him and with him. When you saw him at work, he always had a smile and a wave or hello. My sincere sympathies to his family and friends. He is gone but affectionately not forgotten.
Dave Douglas
June 16, 2012
C.R. exhibited great patience and kindness and I know that to be true because he had some of the most diverse and interesting employees working for him all at one time and at one place that I ever encountered. His loyalty and humor in all his work and social activities was appreciated and he had an especially warm place in his heart for all us fellow veterans.
Connie McManus
June 16, 2012
It was my pleasure to work for CR at PHF. I have a lot of wonderful memories from my years with he and Betty.
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