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KELLY WILLIAM SMITH
On May 7, 2007. He is surivived by his loving wife, Melissa, two daughters, Ebony and Destiney Smith; three brothers, Daryl, Alonzo and Amari Smith; his parents, William and Annie Smith and a host of other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Thursday, May 17 from 10 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church of Highland Park, 6801 Sheriff Rd., Landover, MD. Rev. Dr. Henry P. Davis, III, Pastor, officiating. Interment Harmony Memorial Park. Arrangements by HACKETT'S.
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Memories and Condolences
for Kelly Smith
My daddy was the "BEST"! We love and miss you.
Melissa Smith
January 26, 2011
Hello Dear Just want to say I miss you that's all! I am reading a love story that if I didnt know any better I would say they were talking about you and I but just changed the names. I LOVE YOU! Destiney & Ebony misses you as well
Melissa Anderson
August 13, 2010
Amen, Amen, and Amen!!!!!!!
I agree with your wife Rev. Smith. The two of you instilled in your daughters many great characteristics, charm, poise and above all God. It is not your outer appearance that counts, but the heart and the inner character that make you beautiful. I am so proud of your family, not because Bae is my daughter, not because the girls are my granddaughters, but because they are somebody and they represent who they belong to and that is JESUS. ALL THREE OF THEM!!!!!THANK YOU JESUS. Rev. Smith we miss you -- but you are ever present in the spirit. Your spirit will remain with us forever!!!! It is only when you know that a person is present with the Lord that it is well with their soul. And a person has a special peace about it that leaves a person satisfied. Bae and the girls just moving along and that is what you would want. I know as Eb went thru her graduation and her entrance into college, she could hear your small still voice and as she heard, she moved and commune with her dad. That within itself is displayed with her actions. Eb longs to please God and her parents. The amount of time here on earth does not count, it is what is accomplished in that time. And that is why your time is still going on with your family. Your memories will never die. Both of your queens are leaders and not followers. They get that trait from both of their parents, because Bae and you have that leadership trait. Well Rev. Smith, I guess I'll say RIP until I holler at you again.
Love,
Your Mother-in-Law
Your beloved wife, Melissa Smith
August 12, 2010
Haven't written in a while my love but of course you are always in our thoughts and in our heart. So much has taken place and our girls are growing up fast. Eb is off to college and I can't help but to think and watch how all your parenting, hard work and love has been instilled in her. She know you would be so proud of her if you were here but you gave her your all and you poured into her beyond measure. Kelly I thank God for the family values that we had and how we groomed and raised our children. We were always doing family stuff and it paid off. You aren't present with us but the impartation that you made while you were here lingers on and i believe it will forever. We have so many loving memories and pictures. Miss you so much. I'm always getting compliments about the girls but I refuse to take all the credit alone because you were an awesome dad, husband and provider for us!!!
Melissa Smith
August 12, 2010
We love and miss you honey.
Jacob W Anderson II
May 27, 2010
God has always had your back brother Kelly is smile'n down on u and his babies he is proud of his family
Melissa Smith
May 27, 2010
God is so god because he is the only thing that can fill the voids. We sure are missing your presence during all of the events surrounded around Ebony's graduation and 18th birthday. I know the parties and all the things would be set up much nicer if you were around but I am doing my best on your behalf which I don't think is too bad. She is thankful and grateful. We miss you Kelly.
MELISS ANDERSON
April 29, 2010
Wow Rev. I submitted my candle without sending this message. But Hello and its been awhile since I took the time to holler at you. Well I don't know where to start. I guess I'll start with your little angel Des. She has truly grown up, and the spit image of you. She will speak her mind not caring if there is a consequence or not. That's Des, think and say it. She is truly a BLESSING. God knew exactly and who and what to give Melissa. Eb is strickly obeying and living what you instructed her to do with Des. Des listens and obey Eb. She loves her big sister and her big sister loves her baby sister. Your wife and your angels are doing wonderful, just missing the missing link to their family (YOU)!!!! Rev. Smith we really miss you and its getting to be warm weather and that grill is still in your backyard. All its missing is the cook (Rev. Smith). Your would be in shear shock, bubbling over with joy and having your chest stuck out so far, your shirt would have to stay open, because you would not be able to button the shirt. Your wonderful queen Bae is still as adorable, beautiful and sweet as ever, doing alright but missing you. You would be so proud of Eb, because of just mature, mannerly, refined and beautiful young lady. Well, I am getting so sleepy now, I'll come back on tOmorrow night and write to you.
Love and Miss you,
Your mother in law.
Melissa Smith
April 19, 2010
Kelly,
I felt your presence in our midst all day yesterday while we were visiting Ebony's college. Man you don't know how much I am missing you being a part of all these decisions that I am having to make for our daughter these past few months and the months ahead. I know if you was here with us you would be so proud of Ebony as I am. You really instilled some great values in her and it's taking her very far. I honor you in so many ways because of you and what you sowed before you passed has made life a whole lot easier for me. Everything is going good as far as the process but it just isn't the same without you here to celebrate with us. I know you are looking down upon us giving her a big thumbs up!
We love and miss you so much.
Melissa Smith
April 19, 2010
We sure do miss you Kelly!
Melissa Smith
December 5, 2009
Today it is cold and snowing. All day I've been reminiscing and thinking about you. On this day 17 years ago we shared wedding vows and I will never forgetthat day. I was telling Ebony on our wedding day it was really cold and very windy.
Anyway I love you and miss you so much.
Wifey
November 5, 2009
Today is significant it is yet another year gone by and it seems like I was just wishing you a Happy Birthday not to long ago. Time is really going by very fast so much is happening but in the midst of it all there is never a day that goes back that I am not thinking about you or something happens that reminds me of you. Kelly you will never ever be forgotten it touches my heart deeply everytime I look at your daughters especially Destiney she is definitely her daddy's girl. She acts just like you and she has a spirit like you that girl loves people and she loves me and Ebony dearly. You instilled some awesome training in our kids and I'm always so grateful and thankful to have had a good man and dad that spent quality time with his family. I'm headed off to the cemetary to of course bring you flowers and balloons. So see you soon and of course yes I'm bringing some for Annie to because if you were alive you would be wanting your mom included in everything you do. So on today we celebrate our hero birthday and that HERO is you! I'll always carry you deep in my heart. The Girls & I love you!
Melissa Anderson
September 7, 2009
Hey Rev. Smith,
It's been a long time since I hollered at you, that's because I was without a computer. See my computer was down and I had to go and buy another one from your friend. When I go to the computer shop, we spend a lot of time laughing and talking about you and the girls riding on the motor bikes. He just laugh and say you know Kelly loved them girls and his wife. He laugh and say that Kelly loved that grass and keeping his yard looking the best on his block. Kelly, we really miss you being here this summer. Well, I told your mom that I was coming back for a crab feast that night later on when we were there laying your mom to rest. Just across from you. I know you and her had a time that first night. Well Rev. Smith, your family is just going on, trying to make it without you. But through it all, we know that God does not make any mistakes and He knows what is best for us. We love and trust Him so that we can endure whatever choices He makes for us. Thank You Jesus for Your love, mercy, compassion and decisions. Well, I know that you and your mom are rejoicing togather. I have not been to put any flowers on you since we were there for your mom, but I think that I will be to holler at you on Thursday. I guess, I'll have to put some flowers on your mom too. The Smith Queens are doing fine and you would be truly a proud husband and dad if you were here. But what can we say, except to God be the glory, for He is truly worthy to be praised!!!!
Rest In Peace Rev. Smith,
Love,
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Smith
September 3, 2009
Well today is Annie G birthday and i know if you were around you would be trying to do something special for her. So sad that she's gone but on today me and the girls carry her heavy in our hearts.
She is gone but not forgotten! We know she is Resting In Peace suffering no more!
Melissa Smith
August 12, 2009
Hi Sweetie,
I can only imagine you hitting the drums and congos and just making a fool out of yourself because you are so happy now that you have your mom right by your side. She gave us some extra time with her after you left but truth be told I know the mere fact of her being without her Kelly just became unbareable so she received an exchange for the best.
Of course she will be greatly missed but God saw fit that she would be placed right across from you at Harmony, so when we come and visit you we can vist her as well!
RIP, We Love & Miss u much!
Wifey
Melissa Smith
June 19, 2009
Happy Father's Day to one of the most awesome dad that ever existed.
Kelly I sure wish you were around for us to celebrate with you.
Our experession of love will not go unnoticed. Even though you are not here in the flesh your spirit has never left us.
Love you always,
Your Beloved Wife & The Girls
May 7, 2009
If I could have one wish I would wish that my kisses and hugs be delivered to you in heaven. Today I reflect on all our sweet memories. You're in my heart and I thank God for all the time he allowed us together. Even though you are gone you will never be forgotten.
Love you Kelly..RIP
Your Beloved Wife
Melissa Anderson
March 13, 2009
Hello Rev. Smith,
When I view your photo album, I say, Rev. Smith has the most beautiful queens in the world. Anyone who looks at this guestbook, take a peak at the photo album and see how glowing and beautiful Rev. Smith's queens are. HUSH!!!! Your middle queen Eb is planning her big, day (she has been asked to be a guest of honor to attent a high school prom) and we are all excited. Oh its times like that that you are greatly missed. See we know that YOU would be the ONE chauffeurring that special couple. I teased Eb and said that your dad would be a wreck until that night was over (smile). Biting his fingernails, licking his lips, pasting the floor, peeping out the blinds, and some more (laughing !!!!!!!!!!!) Rev. Smith, its moments like that that we are selfish and want you back here with us ---- just to share these precious moments for precious memories!!!!!!
Rest In Peace Rev. Smith, we all love and miss you very much. And the closer it gets to barbeque time, in the back yard, and in the beautiful weather; the more we think about you and the more we miss you.
God Bless,
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Anderson
March 8, 2009
To God Be The Glory, For Truly He Is Worthy To Be Praised!!!!! Glory!!!!!
Hello Rev. Smith,
Its been awhile since I stopped and took the time to send a brief note to you Rev. Smith. We truly miss you. Your wife and daughters are just moving on. I tease Des all the time. I'll say something and Des will straighten me and inform me (Granny my Dad so & so, Granny, my Dad liked so & so, or Granny my Dad said so & so). Well Rev. Smith, you would really love, admire and treasure your family more than you did, and I never thouht that it could be a greater anyhing than you had for your family. Your wife is good at following instructions, because everything you instructed her to do, she often makes remarks about things and would say as Kelly said (etc.). Bro Man, you left a great legacy and influence back here. Eb has grown up to be an anointed young lady that is truly loving, honoring and serving Jesus. You know that you left an anointed great family back here. The Lord is truly keeping and leading your family. I can see the fruits of their labor. Jesus is shining all over them. The light of the Lord is truly shining all over them. The glow of the Lord is on high beam. Not a spark of dim on them. I am going to stop and holler at you in the morning, before I go to holler and visit my mom and brother.
Rest in Peace Rev. Smith.
We love and miss you.
God Bless,
Your Mother-in-Law
DESTINEY SMITH
February 14, 2009
DAD I LOVE YOU I'L ALL WAY'S PRAY FOR YOU AND KEL MiSS YOU RIP AND HAPPY VALENTINES I WiLL SEA YOU aNOTHER TIME LOVE DESTiNEY
Charlene Lewis
January 6, 2009
Melissa & Family:
I had no idea, but I can say you had a wonderful husband. From the day I met him and Tye (RIP). they called me "BREEZE" as they thought I was the coolest lady in the world.
Every once and a while I would run into Kelly in the mall or driving down the street, but when I had not run into him in a long time I had no idea this was why.
I would like to express my condolences at this time and hope you and your girls the very best in this time of grievence. Kelly left alot of great memories of him with my friends and family as well.
The last thing he told me was "keep a look out in the newspaper if you don't hear or see me in awhile" and I said "boy you are not going anywhere, no time soon", he smiled and joked as always.
May God Bless you and your girls!!!!
Melissa Anderson
January 5, 2009
Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year!!!
Hey Rev Smith,
Time really past when you miss someone that is special in so many lives. Rev. Smith, you are truly missed when holidays come and go. You added so much to the holidays with your celebrations, cooking, celebrating and fun. You were the one who would get things inorder for the celebrations. Well the Smiths are trying very hard to keep that going, but I guess we are just not as good as you were. We attest to the fact that you will never be replaced. I have not been around to put flowers on you, but guess what, I will be there before the month is out. Well, guess what your oldest daughter got her learner's license on Saturday. Des called me from MVA and said, Guess what Granny, Eb got her license and she made 100% on the test. That was not hard to believe because that's Eb. Rev. Smith your queens are growing up and sweet as usual. My baby Des always calls me and leaves messages on my answering service. You would be truly tripping now about your girls. Your heart (Bae) is holding on to Jesus Hand and He is truly holding her up and filling the void of you not being here. Jesus is leading and guiding Bae as you would know. I am so thankful that Melissa has the Lord as head of her life and she has always been that way. It really pays off when the true test comes. Jesus says that He will never leave you or forsake you, and Bae has had to stand on His Word. In good times and hard times, Jesus has been there for your family. Thank You Jesus, for You are truly worthy to be praised and lifted up. Glory!!!!!!Well, I guess I'll sign off now.
God Bless,
Your Mother-in-Law
Wifey
December 5, 2008
Happy Anniversary. Today would have been our 16th wedding anniversary. It still holds a significant place in my heart. I can remember so vividly saying I do in tears and you looking at me as if to say she is embarrassing me on our wedding day. Kelly I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to be loved by such a special man like yourself. God truly blessed me. In all of our ups and downs through marriage and all of the bumps in the road that we had to cross. Never once do I regret having the chance to be your bride, wife and the mother of your kids. There will never be another that can take the place of you. I love you and always will!! You are truly missed a bunch.
Melissa Smith
November 6, 2008
Kelly,
I had to share this, being as though you were the jokester in our family and you always had everyone laughing when you opened your mouth we had to double check to see if it was a joke or truth. Because you could tell a joke with a straight face and would have the person going before they realized that it wasn't truth, you was only joking with them. Anyway, when I left work yesterday it was raining a little so I wasn't going to come to visit your grave for your birthday but when I picked up your baby Destiney she insisted that we still go. Man when we got there I must say the ducks had to be there celebrating your birthday. They were right there near you I am not kidding it was at least about 30 of them just hanging loose. Destiney and I tried to scat them away but they wouldn't buzz so we both decided not to get out of the car we just sat there and sang Happy Birthday to you from the curb in my car. I have never seen that many ducks there before that's why I came to the conclusion they must have been throwing you a duck party. It's all good though, Destiney and I drove away amazed at the amount of ducks that was in that one spot. It was so funny how they were looking at us like we were crazy.
Melissa Smith
November 5, 2008
Kellyboy -
HAPPY BIRHTDAY BOOHK!!!! Today is a great day we are celebrating not only your birthday but the first black african american is the president of the United States of America. What a dream come true and what better time to celebrate history than on your birthday. This is an awesome day. The girls and I had a good time last night just rejoicing and also thinking about you. God is so good.
I miss you so much and wish you were here but since you aren't we celebrate in your absence. Even though you are gone you will never be forgotten. I know you would not want much on today, because you were the one that was the giver you never really looked forward to receiving anything. You were never selfish, you always wanted to see others happy. So on this day I unselfishly take pride in celebrating your birthday.
Happy 42nd birthday!!!
We love you,
Melissa, Ebony & Destiney
Melissa Anderson
November 4, 2008
HAPPY BIRTHDAY REV. SMITH:
Rev. Smith:
Well, another year, another birthday. It just seems unreal. Well we truly MISS U, but I do realize that you couldnot be a more better place. No more labor, no more pain, sleeping and waiting for the judgment day and the Lord raising the dead first, and judging all of us and we will be going to our final resting place HEAVEN. THANK YOU JESUS, THANK YOU LORD GOD, YOU ARE SO WORTHY TO BE PRAISED!!!!! Rev. Smith, your family is truly blessed and highly favored. God has truly been good to them, He is watching and keeping them. Your Boo is working late tonight so that she can go in to work late in the morning because we all are going to visit with you in the morning. We will be putting balloons and flowers on your grave in the morning. Today is Nov. 4th and its a truly exciting voting day, one that will be made history with us havig a black president. Yes, I am believing God that Obama is the president and this is history. I am praying that God will keep His Angels encamped around him and his family, and keep all harm and danger from them. Kelly, I try to talk, but I keep getting back to telling you how it is not the same without you. The closer it gets to holidays, the more we miss you. I thank God for the wonderful son-in-law He gave me when He gave you to us. Well, I guess I'll say so long until I get back to you. Oh Eb is wearing makeup now and Des can't wait until she can wear it. Eb is a Flag Girl for her school, struting and switching with her fine shape. You know the boys are looking and wishing, but God has her. You would be a real trip if you were here to see her. With all of that she is still a fine, respectful saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Ghost young lady. Your sweet Des is really looking at her big sister. Eb is so strick on Des I guess because you told Eb to take care of Des and she is doing a fine job!!!!! Des is the one that dictates to the family. A true drill sargeant (smile).
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Sharon is at my house and we were talking about how we miss you. Sharon said that she misses you so much and that she misses you videoing everything and everyone. And Lil Melissa said that she misses her Uncle Kelly being here messing with her. She had alot of fun with you. Sharon said that the holidays are not the same with you not here and each time she sees or eats crabs, you come to her mind. Boy we MISS U!!!!!
Love Forever
Rest in Peace
Your mother-in-law Granny
Wifey (Your boohk)
October 23, 2008
Kelly out of all the things I miss most on today is just simply you being there as part of our family. It just isn't the same anymore without you. The word FAMILY has a whole new meaning to me. Even though the gaps can be filled, unfortunately that love circle we had will never be closed and complete again. Towards the end you couldn't do a whole lot of things for us but what you could do meant so much to me and the girls. From day to day if we woke up that morning and got a chance to hear your voice that made our day and gave us hope for tomorrow. Simply this week we have been mentioning your name more than before. We have been talking about the holidays coming up and just how not one holiday since you've been gone has been meaningful to us. I'm not sure if one ever will for me. Family and friends have been there by our side and they are always telling me how good I look and how good I am holding on but deep down inside I am broken and some of the attachemts and bonds that I have to you just won't go away. I miss hearing you complain, even though I don't miss when I used to see you in pain and there was nothing I could do, I miss you worrying about us even though at the time it used to make me feel like I was your kid because you worried so much and you used to say Baby it's crazy out here. Boy do I miss that I miss you fussing at me because I didn't call you when I was coming down the street so you could open the door for me and watch me safely in the house, I miss that. I miss seperating your medicine for you even though sometimes you would not take them the way you should, I miss that. I miss hearing you and Destiney have your morning talks while you read the newspaper telling her what was going on, boy I miss that. There's so much I miss but as I take a deep breath giving up is not an option I have to stay strong and do what you would want me to do for the girls but every day it gets harder and harder to face it that you are gone. Until we reunite in Heaven Rest In Peace knowing that I love you and miss you and you will always be in my thoughts. I thank God that I have sweet precious memories of you.
Melissa Smith
October 6, 2008
Kelly I always think of you during everything that I do especially stuff involving the girls. It just isn't the same without you. Life has to go on but I miss you a heck of a lot. I'm so blessed and grateful to have had so many good moments with you. You made our family what it is today. The girls are so sweet to me. Thanks for helping to shape and mold them into who they are today. I get so many compliments on their personalities and their mannerism. It wouldn't have been the same with only one parent raising them. You laid a great foundation and the way you left them is the same way they are today. They are always wanting to do what would make you happy especially Ebony. I am so proud of her that's my girl
We all miss you so much!!!
Melissa Anderson
September 29, 2008
Hello Rev. Smith,
Guess what, I visited you on Friday and had a hard time finding you. Don't get lost anymore, because I called Bae at work and said that I could not find you. I said let me walk one more time and then I saw a tip end of your stone. Des said my dad likes red, white and blue and that is just what I put on you red, white and blue flowers. Boy we really miss you being here with us, but guess what I am well pleased with what Jesus did. I won't complain. Jesus is an ontime God and He does just what He said He would do, come back for all of us. We serve an awesome God. Well the girls are really growing up and you would be so-so-so proud with your chest sticking out. Eb is truly a real sanctified young lady. She carries herself in a highly respectfully saved young lady. She caarries herself in such a manner where she is truly respected. Your would be so proud. Thank You Jesus because it all because of Him and His grace!!!!! Eb knows the Lord for herself. Well, my baby Des is truly all you. Speas her mind and just act like her dad. Well your deadskins won the game on Sunday. Barely, but they did win. Des will set me straight when I say deadskins. She is growing up too real fast. If Granny was here Des would be her baby. Des would take up all of Granny's time. She would really trip Granny out because she trips me and her granddad out. She calls me and leaves messages on my answering service for me and her granddad. I have to laugh because after she leaves the message she always announce who is leaving the message Des, I fall out and call her to play around with her. She will keep you cracking up. Especially when she talk about Eb. She can't wait to wear the eye makeup like her sister Eb. Des will crack you and keep you laughing. She is therapy for anyone that is suffering with being down. Well your wife is just moving along and we all are sure missing. We talk about you all the time. You left for us very good memories to cherish and we do just that.
Rest in Peace Rev. Smith
Will Forever Love You.
Your Mother-in-Law
Wifey
September 22, 2008
To My Beloved Husband that I miss so much and loved a bunch. You know today on my birthday it feel so funny not having you here to celebrate it with me. As time moves on and special occasions come and go I still can't help myself just reminiscing and missing you celebrating with me. You always made every occasion no matter how big or small seem so exciting. God is still good though, I had a wonderful weekend and today the girls will be baking a special cake just for lil ole' me. I remember last year this time I celebrated my 40th birthday with a fun exciting party we had a fabulous time but yet again it was hard to enjoy the festivity and not take a moment out to recognize you. So this very moment while I am thinking about you I wanted to just shut everything down for a minute and have a brief moment of silence for you resting in peace. Kelly I thank God for you. All the love that you showed me and left me with has really changed the person who I am today. I take every moment at face value and try to live each moment as if it was my last. God has given me another healthy year to live and see another birthday and I'm so grateful.
Love and miss you so much Kellyboy.
RIP boohk!!!!
Melissa Smith
August 7, 2008
Kelly I miss you so much!! The girls does too. Kelly there are so many things still left around the house that associates us to you and still let's us know that you are gone but your spirit is still there with us every room in our house. This may sound crazy but it is true, we still have that frog cookie jar in the kitchen that Granny brought us years ago. You know the frog sings when you go in it to get a cookie. Anyway since you've been gone from time to time the frog will just start singing on it's own and nobody has touched it. When it first happened Dest and I were in the kitchen so it scared us both then she said mommy that was Daddy doing that. Now every single time that happens she get excited and say hi daddy I love you. I told her that is probably Daddy and Granny playing jokes on us. We really misses Granny too. I'm so glad we have some sweet memories and lots of pictures and videos of both of yall. I miss those days when Granny used to call our house every Saturday morning to see what kind of detergent, paper towels and toilet paper we wanted and if we said we already brought some she would get mad at us because she wanted to buy that for us. She was always blessing us with stuff. I just love how we all were a close knit family she took me, you and the girls in like we were her own children. I miss both of my grandmothers so much. They both were so dear to me and they have left me with so much wisdom and they sewed so many inspiring moments in my life as well as our marriage.
Just wanted to drop you a line. I haven't wrote in a while but out of site doesn't mean out of mind. You are always in my thoughts.
We will miss your presence at the Stone Soul Picnic toorrow but we will be there in celebration of how you loved music and doing things as such with your family. We are trying to do so much to let your Legacy live on. Especially Ebony, we had funthe other night talking and laughing about you while we were watching the Pre-Season Redskins game. We were making all of the noise in the house that you would of been doing if you were here.
Ok let me go, I feel those joy tears starting to form.
I Love You With All My Heart. Just know real love is something that never tarnishes or fades. You will always be my first love and high school sweetheart.
Peace and Love,
Your Beloved Wife
Melissa Smith
June 18, 2008
I'm speechless thinking about how much I miss you being here. Even though I never took the things you did for our family for granted and you know I appreciated you but now that you aren't here leaves me just in a grateful state because all I can say is I was blessed Kelly you were a good husband to me. God has allowed happiness and love in my life once again but it still can't occupy that space that was once yours. I have chosen to move on in life but I'm still somewhat stuck in some areas yearning for you and your presence.
You will always be missed and in my thoughts.
I love you Kelly!!!
Anderson Melissa
June 17, 2008
Hey Rev. Smith,
Guess who is working at Legacy now, your lil queen Eb. Well today is her second day on the job and she is loving every second of it, just like i knew she would. I have already put in for my payday loan. She has already approved it and I have already informed her that I don't know when and if I can pay it back. But guess what, -- she owes me for backup Grannys --- you understand what I am talking about (smile). Well, I am so happy for all that God is doing -- thank you Jesus!!!! Guess what again, she is being baptised tonight -- isn't that great -- just before her birthday. Well all I can testify to it that we serve a great God!!!!! Well your baby is still Dest -- just like her dad -- saying what is on her mind -- saying it and meaning it!!!! Dest is the spit image of her dad. Well everybody is doing fine, and I am a firm believer that Jesus is soon to come. He is so merciful and so compassionate. He is allowing people to get it right, but I believe and know that by the signs and wonders, storms, hurricanes, etc, that He is letting all of know that time is running out. Praise God I am truly happy that I am saved, sanctified and filled with the Holy Ghost and I am ready if He comes while I am typing this note. Well Rev. Smith, I didn't go to the cemetery on Father's Day, but you know that your queens were there.
God Bless You & All
Your mother-in-law
Melissa Anderson
June 11, 2008
Hey Rev. Smith,
Well, we went to South Carolina last week and you were certainly missed. We went there for a funeral, but we thought about you while we were travelling there and the time we spent there too. You use to video the trip on the road, and video while we were there and that surely was missed. We laughed while we were travelling because I told John Wayne, we would be videoing this trip if Rev. Smith was travelling with us. You would shoot the main events and non-main ones. But believe me you would not miss a beat. I know that God does not make no mistakes, and He picks the flowers that He wants. But we sure do miss you. Your family is moving along. God is GOOD!!!! Well I guess we will be visiting you for Father's Day. Today, I am a little tired and not feeling so well, but I just wanted to hollow at you for a mimute. May God continue to bless you as He keeps you.
LUV & MISS U
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Anderson
May 12, 2008
Hello Rev. Smith,
I do hope that this time my book signing message will come out this time. On the anniversary day, I tried two times that evening and neither of my message would go through. Well, I guess that was not meant, but I still don't know what happened. I guess I could have just been tired and did not do something right. I guess I will contribute it all to me being tired and sleepy. It's late tonight and I am tired but I just thought about you and thought that I would write this short note before going to bed. Your queens are moving along, with God's Grace and Mercy. You do know that God is always on His job and that is to care for His children and that is exactly what He is doing. Well this year has certainly passed by fast, but we were laughing and talking about you all of last week. It was a week of just thinking about you. Your sweetie took off work the entire week. She tried, but couldn't do it. Yes God is good, He has placed Bae on a job with very understandable people and they understood very well and allowed her the entire week. She was told to take as much time tht she needed and I do know that was only God. See certain things happen and we know that only God could have done it. Bae's superiors on her job has only been a God sent blessing for her and the girls. Well Eb will be working with her mom for the summer and see that is another blessing that only God has done. God stepped right in and took complete charge and control of your family. He has provided and taken care of your family. Eb and Dest has really grown up in this last year. Bae and I took flowers to your grave site and we spent quality time laughing and talking to you. We went back some time and laughed about you and Bae when your dated and got married. You are surely missed but we know that God does not make mistakes. He knows what's best for each and everyone of us. We continue to thank Him for the time that He allowed you to be here with us and placing you in our family. I laughed when I told her that Kelly can come back and cook me some crabs and then go back to rest -- we fell out laughing. See people probably can't understand how we can still laugh and go way back to old times and laugh and talk about Kelly, but when you learn and understand just how good and merciful that our God is and He will give you the strength, joy and peace though Kelly's homegoing, only then will they understand. It takes a special relationship with our Father to be able to go on. We thank God for the time we had with Rev. Smith and the love and joy that he contributed to his family. Thank You Jesus. We are approaching the summer and the cookouts will have a special guest of honor absent in the body, but will still be present in the spirit. We will forever keep your spirit present with us. Well, I guess I'll say so long until I revisit your guest book.
God Bless,
Your Mother-in-Law
Your Good Friends B and Family
May 7, 2008
Hi Kelly,
Wow, I can't believe it's 1 year and I'm missing my bubby. I was just looking at your photos on Sunday and I miss hearing your voice and seeing your wonderful face. We had a great time at work listening to our 10 O'clock song "Jesus is love" and playing paper basketball and joking around before getting our work done for the day. Wow, those were the days and for the summer, We had a wonderful time going to your mother's and your house for the 4th of July cookouts, going downtown to fly our kites with the kids. I'm truly bless to have met you and your family I'm going to miss our good old times. Kelly we all are missing you so much here on earth. I'm not going to weep because I will see you again. PS we are keeping a great watch out over your family.
Wifey (Bay)
May 7, 2008
Kelly miss and love you boohk!! I am sitting here reading your sympathy cards and it's amazing how supportive family and friends were to us. I am so happy we were able to share our love as a couple people are sincerely giving back so much love to me and the girls especially your close friends and my family. People are always calling and checking on us as well as stopping by and showing us love. You would be so proud of them.
Kelly you truly made an impact and left memories that will never fade.
You are loved and missed by so many people.
The first year has gone by so fast. It has not been an easy pill to swollow.
Tiara Smith
May 7, 2008
Hey Uncle Kelly,
Just thinking about you, and sitting here laughing to myself remembering all of the good and mostly funny memories you left behind. I miss you a lot man.
Love You,
Tee
LaVerne Wallace
May 7, 2008
Melissa and the Girls!
Although time has gone by - Kelly's legacy will remain forever. Stay strong in the Lord and know that others care and share in your sorrow.
Melissa Anderson
April 26, 2008
Hello Rev. Smith,
Its been a long time since I sat down to send you a short note. Well we sure have missed you and the summer is approaching and that makes it even that much more harder. You were the person who did all the crabs, ribs, hamburgers, hotdogs and all the goodies for the cookout. The bar-b-ques were held on Gateway Blvd. at the Smiths. You along with your helpers Bae, Eb, and Dest would get it togather. All people had to do was show up and be hungry. You aroma would light up the block. You could smell the food once you entered the 7100 block of Gateway Blvd. Rev. Smith, you would be so proud of your family. You still have Bae your Queen, Eb the Prophetsis, straight honor roll student in high school and will be graduating in 2010; and your one and only Sweetie Dest, still like her dad saying whatever, whenever and however she wanted and what was on her mind. You would be so happy as well as proud of how the Lord transitioned things in place when you left here. The Lord put everything in place during the timeyou were in the hospital. Oh I get so excited when I begin to think of just how Good, Great, Merciful and Loving our Father truly is and just how He put things in place for your family with your homegoing. Oh He such a Merciful God!!!!! Eb has made me so proud of her. I just told Eb today when they came to my house. I said Eb I am so proud of you, you are so refine and such a young lady. Eb is not rude, rally and full of the street. She is quiet, polite but with that she has such a boldness about herself. She is very confident and has such high self esteen. As for Des, she is straight forward and not shy at all. Des will ask you a question and expect an answer, she is to the point and not short of anything. You left a very fine family back here, but thanks to God, He mades no mistakes, and He is always on time. Thank You Jesus for Kelly, Bae, Eb and Des, the family that You made them. Thank You Lord, I am so grateful and thankful. I get so excited when I just think about God's Goodness, His Grace and His Mercy!!!!
Love and Miss U
Your Mother-in-Law
Curtis Jones
April 16, 2008
Brother Kelly I never was blessed with meeting you or building a relationship with you personally, but I knew when I met your wife Melissa that you were truly a good man, and a terrific husband, and father from all the compliments your wife gave. She would always speak of you. I regret not ever being able to meet you here on earth, but thanks be to
God I'll have that opportunity to sit down at the Fathers feet with you. You are truly missed by all those lives you left behind with the most important legacy one can leave on this earth.....Love. See you when I come home. Your brother in Christ Curtis Lee Jones.
Melissa Smith
March 27, 2008
Hi Honey
Just writing because you are on my mind today. I miss you a bunch. Easter was not the same as well as all the other holidays that has come and gone without you there with us. I'm trying so hard to keep pressing on but from time to time I ask the qustion why? Only God knows and only God can keep taking care of me and the girls. I am doing well and life is great but I guess that void will always be there.
We all miss and love you so much.
Your Legacy lives on Forever. You and the love you had for us will never be forgotten.
Melissa Smith
February 25, 2008
Hi Honey
I thought about you all this weekend. I even watched your homegoing service and just had me some great moments releasing tears of joy because you are no longer suffering, I can praise God for his grace, mercy and the covering over my life without you. However, I am trying so hard to stay focused day by day without you but it gets difficult sometimes. I can't lie I miss you a great deal, my heart just aches from time to time and there is no release. God has carried the girls and I thus far and I know he will continue to keep his angels encamped around us but whew, I miss you man. As I watched the video I'm still in awh that you passed away and you left us behind. Even though I'm so grateful to have gotten that last kiss from you and I was able to share some quality time with you at the hospital it still doesn't ease the pain any better. Kelly I never would wish for you to be here out of my selfishness because I know you endured a great amount of pain and setbacks and you held on as long as you could for your family so that's another thing that let me face tomorrow knowing that you did all that you could and that we shared some great family memories and fun times. You always made sure we were ok in spite of you being sick yourself and was so limited to what you could do. You pushed and pressed on anyway and was always willing to give up of yourself just so we would be happy and feeling loved.
You are "My Hero" and I will always have that place in my heart for you.
I will never forget some of the struggles we had and because of them it helped shape and mode me to be the woman that I am today for our kids. No doubt, I had a great man standing behind his woman helping her to be all that she can be in life and in our marriage.
Still holding the memories. RIP Kellyboy. I Love You!!!
Melissa Smith
February 22, 2008
K King (that's who you was to me)
E Everlasting memories
L Love that will never die
L Lives (you touched so many)
Y You were a true blessing!!!
KELLY, KELLY, KELLY, KELLY I love just thinking about how many good times we shared and how much you loved me and the girls. You were a true example of what a real, honest, respectful, caring, nurturing, dependable, loving and faithful man, father and husband was all about.
Boy I miss so much about having you around. As I face life each day it's not a day that I go without something either happening or me seeing somethng that reminds me of you.
I thank God for Godfathers's Pizza, I remember back in November 1984 when we met and your chocolate boy looking face was so handsome. You tried to act like you was so innocent but boy of boy when I found you I found a golden nugget I didn't know that then but now that you are gone I realize what a blessing you were during the years I had you as a part of my life.
I still love you so much and I miss you and your kisses.
Life will never be the same without my boohk!!!!
Melissa Anderson
December 27, 2007
Merry Christmas Rev. Smith,
We sure missed you this Christmas, but just knowing that God does not make any mistakes, we are able to understand as well as accept. But that still does not change the fact that we truly miss you! By you being so close, we get a chance to stop by and holler at you often. I have not been around yet, but I will probably go in the morning. For the last couple days, its been raining; however, it is beautiful outside now as I sit and type this. Your queens went Christmas morning decorated your grave and spent some time there. I know that the spirits united and they felt your presence. I have been teasing my baby about your Deadskins. Des will get so hyped and tell me that my daddy said they are called the Redskins Granny. Des will straighten you no matter what just like her dad. Well, Rev. Smith I can see you sitting on the couch, playing with your airplane last Christmas and your friend over spending the evening with you. It sure pays to take every moment with a grain of salt and realize that no one should be taken for granted and that, someone will be here later and you will always have time later to do something. Just for instance, if your friend had not spent last Christmas with you, look at it now, you have gone to be with the Lord. We never would have thought that you were not going to be here with us this Christmas. But with all that God is still good. He is not just good -- He is GREAT AND GREATLY TO BE PRAISED!!!!! I just spoke with your First Lady a few moments ago, and she and the girls are getting ready to go out. We enjoyed spending Christmas day at our house fellowshiping, eating dinner and enjoying one other. We spent quality time togather as a family. As I said -- God is Great. First Lady and Prophetsis played Santa for Des. You would be so proud of your family -- they have tried and succeeded at going on with life as you instructed them to. They have followed your last instructions, First Lady to stay sweet, Prophetist to take care of Des, and Des to pray and be good. Your father-in-law John Wayne is still playing with his toys - cars, trucks and airplanes, talking about how you two use to have fun playing with yours toys; and I am still cooking but not taking your place, because we miss your cooking. We miss your bar-b-que ribs and lasanga. Well, all is well back here in living, but I know Jesus is soon to come. We are looking forward to seeing and being with you again.
God Bless
Mother-in-Law Forever
Melissa Smith
December 20, 2007
Honey boy I sure am missing you this Holiday season and always. While I am playing Ms. Claus alone it's making me appreciate all the years you took strive in making sure the girls had everything on their wish list. Christmas eve and Christmas Day will proably feel very very strange but overall God has been holding me up and giving me that extra strength to make it happen and remain in a good spirit for our daughters. Hope you've been a good boy. Anyway I'll drop by to visit on Christmas Day.
Love and miss you much!!!
Melissa Anderson
December 5, 2007
Hello Rev. Smith,
Here I am again, only this time I mean to more brief than ever before. Happy Anniversary to you and First Lady Smith!!!! Well its snowing outside and very cold. But as I can remember, 15 years ago on this very day, it was very cold also. Its very cloudy outside, but a blessed day. Blessed because I can say that I am still here to see this day. Thank You Jesus, because its only by His Grace and Mercy that I am still here, in my right mind and good health and strength. Thank You Lord, He is so-so-so good. I have a tape case on my bedroom dresser which you gave to my husband and on the cover you said God Is Good to John Wayne. I will be keeping that case just to remember you by, your very own handwriting. Kelly we certainly miss you and more at holidays because of the way you were. You cared so much for others and you showed it. You were to the point, no hidden agenda, out spoken, but caring all at the same time. I have never met anyone else with your personality. You were one of a kind and I guess that is what made you so special. We love you and will always cherish your memories. Your Queens are doing just as you would want them to be doing fine and keeping on as you would want also. First Lady is doing fine, but she has her moments, and I believe she is having one of her days today concerning you. I know that the Lord knows what's best for us, and He is the only one that can fix it, and He is doing a glorious and gracious job with it. I am so grateful that Melissa is rooted and grounded in the Lord Jesus. The Lord is moving your family along just as you would want and for that I am so grateful. Well, I said that I was going to brief and I guess I need to stick to my word, because a person's word is their bond. May the Lord continue to let you rest in peace until we all meet again. Love and Miss You, but without a doubt in my mind I know that God loves you best!!!!
God Bless
Your Mother-in-Law Now & Forever
Melissa Smith
December 5, 2007
Hey Boohk
What's up? Happy Anniversary Man!! You know wifey had to send you some love on this day. Even though you are gone you are never forgotten and it still is important to me. I can remember so clearly 15 years ago on this day I looked into your eyes crying in excitement saying "I DO" I can recall that being one cold and windy day. I'm at work and there's a huge window in front of me so I can see outside, snow flurries are coming down and the more the snow flurries float in the air the more it make me think of you and our wedding day. Boy I miss you so much. I've gone on with life as you would of wanted me to do but there's still that pain deep down in my heart that yearns for you and the way you loved me. Kelly I am so grateful for the years that God allowed us to share with each other. They were treasured memories that I will always keep with me.
Well Good bye my love RIP until we see each other again.
Hugs & Kisses
p.s. Hold tight until I get to the cemetary this evening to see you.
Melissa Smith
December 5, 2007
In My Pocket
I have memories in my pocket.
They rattle among the change.
My memories of you are treasures I carry wherever I go.
They are stored in bits and pieces, parts of a beautiful whole
They give me comfort when I think I am alone.
Yes, I have memories in my pocket, like so much other stuff I keep there.
But of all the treasures I have, it’s the memories of you that are the most precious.
Melissa Smith
November 7, 2007
Happy Birthday Sweetie
I tried sending you wishes on your birthday but for some reason the computer shut down. So here I am a few days later with you still on my mind and thinking dag I miss my boohk and even more not having you here to celebrate your birthday. Anyway Happy Birthday honey. I miss you so much. Destiney was a little upset when I told her it was daddy's birthday she said mommy how did Daddy get to have his birthday before mine. So I had to break it down to her and explain why her birthday is after yours. You are always on my mind especially every day when I come home from work now that it is getting dark early I miss you being there to open the door when I pull up in the driveway to make sure I am safe.
Forever in love with you.
Melissa Anderson
November 5, 2007
Happy Birthday Rev. Smith,
Wow, Rev. Smith you are truly missed and Melissa and I were at your resting place this morning. We sang happy birthday to you and we really enjoyed laughing and talking to you and we know that you were there in spirit to greet us. You knew that we were not going to miss your birthday. We laughed as we placed the balloons and flowers there. The ground is harder than your head and I never thought that there was anything harder than your head (smile). Now I am acting like you being so smart and to the point. But I told you that your sorry Deadskins got a good challenge and barely won the game. I have not told Des that yet because she is so busy having her weekends out of the Smith house. I guess that would be okay if you were here, I don't know. Well your First Lady had a lot of sweet things to say to you as well as sent you kisses. She also gave you a special rose just for her Sweetie. She is a mess. You were truly loved and adored. Your memories will always be cherished and remembered. I believe Des is always going to tell Bae, Eb and everyone just what would happen if her dad was here. She is truly you, and will speak her mind anytime and any place. She has no fear or shame to standing up to what she feels is right and what you and Bae instilled in her. She will set the record straight at any cost. Well prophetsis is laid back and conservative. But on the other hand you can't fool her. Eb knows the real from the counterfeit. And she may not say anything she just acts. What is the saying, actions speak louder than words and she is one of actions. I feel that Eb is holding a lot of her true feelings inward. She does talk sometimes about what she felt and experienced with you and your sickness as well as Granny's. But I was very happy that she did open up some and shared some of her feelings. That was a good thing, as well as, a that was a healthy thing for her. Eb had to do a great shift from being a shield and protected child to becoming a self sufficient independent young lady. She has adjusted very well. Eb is strong, very mature, and we are so proud of her. You and Melissa instilled a lot of good traits in Ebony and Des. Eb is very polite, quiet, mannerly, smart, ambitious and articular. Well Jesus is watching over and keeping your family just as we knew He would. Thank You Jesus. Praise the Lord!!!!! He is So-So Worthy to be praised.
Luv and Miss U Rev. Smith,
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Smith
October 31, 2007
Hi Sweetie it seem like everytime my mind get off of you for one second there something goes again to put you back on my mind. Well tonight is Halloween and you know how I feel about that day. We have always fussed on this day because you get all into it and I honestly am not feeling Halloween but of course Destiney reminded me that if Daddy was here she would be going out to trick or treat. That tore my heart up because now I am fored to do some things I don't like doing because you had them used to doing things all the time no matter what you wanted them to be happy. Anyway today I miss you and appreciate you for what you did with the kids even while you were sick. I guess we will make the best of the evening and I will see to it that she has fun doing whatever I decide to do with her. I truly miss your presence with us and just having you there. I have been missing you more and more here lately. You have a birthday coming up so I will be celebrating that day in the spirit as if you were here. Happy 41st birthday sweetie see you on Monday. I remember how you never wanted to get all the attention and didn't want us to make your birthday a big deal but it is a big deal. You are special to me in so many ways.
Melissa Anderson
October 29, 2007
Good Evening Rev. Smith,
You are heavy on my mind and heart this evening and I thought that I would work it off on your guest book. What a better place to work off this feeling. Well your birthday is here again and we are missing you already as well as thinking how we are going to celebrate it. Now your Redskins got a good whipping yesterday. I know Eb was feeling for you, and I did not call Des to call them the Deadskins, because I did not feel like hearing her yell at me "Granny my dad said their name is the Redskins and not the Deadskins. If I want a good laugh, all I need to do is call Des and call your team the
Deadskins and she gets really serious and loud, with telling me what her dad says. Your queens are really growing up and you would be very proud and strick on them. Eb is growing up to be a very sweet and particular young lady just like her mom and Des is growing up too, just so sweet and smart. Eb is still continuing to be on top of things with her school work and keeping Des in line just like a Marine Corps Drill Sargent. She is on top of things just as you instructed her to do. Your First Lady is allowing Eb to do as you instructed her to do with your youngest queen. I know that Jesus is very proud of the family that you left back here. I think that I am going to visit you in the morning and bring some flowers to place on your grave. I will also visit my oldest brother too, who is a neighbor of yours, but he is at the flagpole where the Veterans are. I know that you will have plenty of visitors on your birthday, but I just have a feeling that I should do it for me on tomorrow. Well I cooked two lasagnas this week and I thought about you while I was preparing them. Rev. Smith, we really miss your good cooking and your funny and sarcastic remarks. Your fast moving, licking your lips, speaking so fast and ordering me and John Wayne around (smile). Rev., you are really missed. But the joy of it all is that we respect, trust and know that God does not make mistakes; and He also knows and does what's best for us. Thank You Jesus, You are truly worthy to be praised. Glory!!!!! Time is winding down back here, some people know and believe it and some people don't ---But I am so glad that I am one of the ones who believe and know it. Jesus is soon, and I mean very soon to come!!!!
Luv n missing u so much!!
Your mother-in-law
Your sweetie
October 16, 2007
Hey Honey
Destiney asked me to tell you that she had a whole bunch of stuff to tell you but you left before she could. It brought tears to my eyes but i told her that mommy had stuff to tell you too but daddy had to leave us because he was so sick. She also said mommy I think daddy got tired of picking me up from school so much so he passed. I explained to her that that wasn't the case and daddy enjoyed picking her up because that made his day. I sure wish you could see how she has grown up and now she is starting to read. Sure wish you were here to enjoy these moments I told her how proud daddy would be of her. Sometimes she gets frustrated I said Dest you have to press and try hard because you know if daddy was here he would be on your butt. I tell her that all the time. Kelly I can't thank you enough for such a wonderful job you've done with the girls you sewed many seeds in their lives and God has left me here to water and make them grow.
We are so blessed to have 2 beautiful, well trained children thanks to you.
We miss and love you so much!!!
Ebony, Destiney & Melissa (The Ones Who Loved U Most)
October 13, 2007
WE MISS YOU SO MUCH, NOT A DAY GO BY THAT YOU"RE NOT IN OUR THOUGHTS!!
HUGS & KISSES!!!
Melissa Smith (Your Sweet Queen)
October 13, 2007
Hello My King (Kellyboy)
Just checking in. I'm around the house smelling the blueberry muffins i have in the oven just thinking about you. Thinking how you used to always have them bluberry muffins on our grocery list. Boy do I miss you having breakfast ready for us on Saturdays and you yelling to us saying breakfast is on the table and we would jump out of bed and come running. See stuff like that are our fond memories and those are beautiful momemts that I will always remember.
Keith just left he cut the grass. He has been so dedicated to doing that since you left. I never have to worry about the yard. It's always nice and neat just the way you used to like it. He has been a man to his word and take care of that no matter what. I pray that God bleeses him for blessing us in such a special way.
I really miss you so much, We are in football season now so I am missing all the noise you used to make during the games but Ebony make sure when the Redskins score she represents on your behalf. She will not let me miss a game because it make us feel happy and it let us remember you in a good way.
Sweetie my heart is still heavy missing you. You will always be in my thoughts the memories will never ever fade. I always think of the good times we had alone and with our family. Thanks for giving me 2 daughters and they're an extension of you.
Loving you now and forver. You are truly missed.
I LOVE YOU!!!
BJ and Family
October 12, 2007
Hi Kelly,
This is B. I was just thinking about you and how much we all miss you so much. I will always keep in my heart and in my prayers.
Melissa Anderson
October 11, 2007
Good Afternoon Rev. Smith,
Today is Thursday, October 11, 2007 and it really does not seem like you have been physically gone home to be with the Lord, 5 months and 4 days, but I feel it in the natural realm. We certainly do miss you. God is keeping His Promise and Word - That He will never leave nor forsake you. He is not only watching your first lady and queens, but He is keeping and protecting them. I guess we would not have known just how God keeps His children, without really experiencing your leaving us. And with that note, that is why Jesus requires us to "GIVE THANKS IN ALL THINGS". We are truly thanking God for all He has done and for all He is going to do. He has blessed your family and He is still blessing your family.
Well we had a wonderful celebration at your first lady's 40th birthday. Wow, she is getting OLD. She is staying sweet just as you requested her to do. Eb is really watching and teaching and training Des, and Des is still praying. A key note, Des gets upset if she does not go to the Church of Great Commission -- I find that to be a very positive sign!!!!! Des maybe young, but she thoroughly understands just how sick her dad was and God has truly fixed her mind and heart to be acceptable of your homegoing. And see, that within itself is such a blessing. Some adults cannot accept nor understand what has happened. See the Lord will place in a child as young as Des' mind and heart what's best for us. Des understands that God knew what was best for her sick dad. Glory Hallelujah!!!! No more pain, no more suffering and worrying about your family. I don't want to get off, but I get joy when I start to think about just how God prepared your family for May 7, 2007 and continually up to today and I believe forever. Des asked granddaddy if he knew where her daddy was? Grandaddy (John Wayne (Granddaddy told Des that you are in Heaven and she smiled and said "that's right!!. Des is very smart and bright. You would be even more prouder of your family than you were. John Wayne took your place with the grill and serving everyone at Bae's birthday party. I cooked and also served the food. Everyone danced and had a wonderful time, but you were missed. First Lady did a lot of holler outs about her first and forever love - you. She publicly announced that you will always be her love. She announced as well had the question on her game that she always play, to answer questions about the guest of honor for that birthday, which she was for her birthday. She had the question-- who does Melissa love? People answered Jesus and Kelly. She announced that Jesus is her first love and Kelly is her second love. She also announced that if she ever gets married again, that she will keep Smith and her name will have to be hyphenated with the Smith. Eb said that also - so guess what that means that they will carry your name because of who gave her that name - you Rev. Smith. You will never know just how much you were loved and respected- but guess the people that are here today knows. Your first lady has put so many things in place throughout the home, even on her truck tags and car about her sweety and hubby. You know just how Bae, Eb and Dest roll. We hollowed at you last Sunday while we were passing the cemetery and the Red Skin game was going on. Rev Smith, you are so missed, but we are cherishing your memories and legacy. We laugh and talk about you as though you are still her because you are in the spirit. See we don't mourn because we respect and accept God's Will. And He is right here for us to carry us through. See only then can you accept His Will when you know and trust His decisions. Well now the first lady is working on what she and the queens will do for your birthday. But what I do know nothing and no one will keep us away from the cemetery No. 5th. We do pray that the weather will be good, but if it is not we will bundle up and do what is necessary for us to come and sing and celebrate your day.
Well Rev Smith, I guess I need to leave room for everyone else who wants to sign your guest book.
Luv & Missing U
Melissa Anderson
Melissa Smith
September 24, 2007
Hey Boohk
I LOVE AND MISS YOU SO MUCH!!! Yesterday celebrating my birthday was not the same. You were really on my mind the entire time. My family and friends came over and we had a good ole' time partying but it still wasn't the same without you doing everything for me to make my day special. I know you were there celebrating with us in the spirit and I know deep down in my heart that you were looking down on all of us smiling saying that's the way I would of rolled. The DJ had some bomb music playing so that really made me think of you more. I know how you love music. We danced, ate and had lots of fun. Keith and Dave were there representing, they enjoyed themselves. The girls was glad to see me enjoying my 40th birthday. Grandma Dorsey birthday is today so I am missing her and thinking about her today as well. Maybe y'all are up in heaven partying as well.
Kelly I know your request to God before you left us was asking God to take care of your girls and wife. God is doing just that, I thank him every day for taking care of us and feeling that void of us missing you. Lord I love you and thanks for taking care of me.
p.s. still in love with you and truly missing you a bunch honey.
Your Sweetheart (Forever)
Tiara Smith
August 23, 2007
Hey Uncle Kelly! Just thinking about you. Last week, me and Alexis ran into Melissa and Ebony at the Scream Fest Concert. I remember all the times you took me and Eb to concerts and shows. You made sure that me and Eb were at the very first Scream Tour to see Lil' Bow Wow. Although we are missing you like crazy, I know that you're smiling down on us. :)
Melissa Smith
August 14, 2007
Hey honey, I know you are looking down on us laughing saying just what you used to tell me all the time (Boohk you are crazy) Yeah,I was crazy about you!!! We went to see Chuck at Constitution Hall, he did 2 shout outs for you so you know Ebony and I went crazy we represented on your behalf. Then you know we had to also go and see him at the RFK Stadium for the Stone Soul Picnic and boy was it hot, but Chuck and Lil' Benny cranked like they always do, we had lots of fun. Wish you were there with us.
I'm still missing you like crazy but trying to live a normal life because I know you would want me to be happy and take care of the girls. I still love and miss you and nobody will ever be able to take your place. You were the "BOMB" husband and I think you broke the mole because they don't even make men like you anymore.
Hugs & Kisses
Missing you much
(Your First Love)
Melissa Anderson
August 14, 2007
Hello First Lady and Smith Queens,
Well Labor Day is approaching and I began to think about Rev. Smith. Fourth of July came and has gone and I thought about Rev. Smith and the "finger licking barbque ribs with your regular and 911 sauces, the lasanga, the crabs and all the cooking out goodies prepared by no other than the Rev. Smith. Well, for Fourth of July, we did barbeque in The Smith's backyard, but the guest of honor was not present. Boy Rev. Smith we truly miss you, but we accept what our Jesus has done. He makes no mistakes, and that we are so thankful and grateful for. Rev. Smith I have attended thee funerals since your homegoing celebration at the same church, but guess what, that is what I attended funerals, not one was a great homegoing celebration - holy ghost party like the great Rev. Smith. Your family is being kept by the Great Jesus Christ and He is doing a fantastic job being Bae's Husband, Eb's and Destiney's Dad - I capitalize Husband and Dad because of Who He Is -- J E S U S!!!!! By the way Bae and Eb attended a Chuck Brown show last Saturday, and Chuck did a scream out to Kelly of Applewood Street. Man you are still being recognized and you left a great legacy back here. We knew you meant a great deal to us, but never realized just how much impact your life had on others. Rev. Smith words cannot fully explain just how much your life meant to so many people (young and old). Eb is continuing your legacy of videoing and taking pictures, Dest is still being sweet as you told her and your first lady is still being sweet as you instructed her to do. The Smith Family is still maintaining as you would want them to do. I am still following orders that you gave me and keeping your family in line (smile). I know you would say that's right Mrs. Anderson!!!! Well, I want to leave with this last thought, you meant so much to us in life and you mean more to us in death. Rev. Smith we love and miss you. Oh, your First Lady has put RIP KEL on her truck tags and has put so many momentums up in the house that it is still as though you are coming back here.
Rest In Peace Kelly
"RIP Kel"
Love Your Mother-in-Law
Yolonda Gross, RN, BSN
July 3, 2007
To all Mrs. Smith and family. . . I offer my sincere condolences to you and pray to God for divine comfort in your time of grief. I am truly saddened to hear of Kelly's passing, however, I believe that the Lord has prepared a place for all of us. Kelly has just taken his well-deserved place with the Lord. . .I knew Kelly as one of my patients in the hospital last year. I remember him being very kind and in good spirits although he had many obstacles to overcome. His family was very important to him and he thought very highly of his children. May God bless and keep all of you.
Your True Love & The One Missing U Most!!
June 27, 2007
KELLY I MISS YOU SO MUCH
Yeah Jesus is my man now, my husband, my companion, my comforter, my prayer partner, my problem solver, my advisor, our kids daddy and even my provider but still there's that MISSING LINK......LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME WITHOUT YOU!!!!
Ebony Smith
June 23, 2007
Daddy,
I been thinking about u lately. I been listening to go-go and all and smiling, noddin my head like we both used to in the car while listening to an old E.U. tape or R.E. tape. Man the music slim! It has changed so much. I didnt even get ur opinion on the new Chuck Brown song and his CD. As I am typing this, Im holdin back tears. Its hard slim. I miss you so much.
Even on my birthday I thought about you. Yea I enjoyed it, but....you weren't there. It was a first for me, and deep down, it was rough man.
However, I know if you was here, rite here sittin beside me, you would not want me crying. So when I do want to cry, just know this: Yea im sad, and i miss you, but i know you are in a better place and i am happy for you.
Its becuz of you and the good times we had, that I can continue life, without mourning.
I MISS YOU SO MUCH DADDY!
LUV YOU!
Ebony
Melissa Anderson
June 17, 2007
Hi Rev. Smith,
Well this is the first Father's Day that you are not physically present, but your spirit is truly welcomed and present. Boy we are really missing you. We have certainly enjoyed looking at old pictures (laughing but rejoicing), looking at videos, especially Ebony's 11th birthday at Ocean City. The boat almost tilting over after everyone following you to the tip of the boat, and everyone realizing that following you was not such a good idea (smile)!!!!. Boy we really cracked up. We had fun listening to your remarks while you were videoing. You make such funny remarks, you are such a comedian. You really had a time with videoing Sharon, Thomas and Nadine. We had a time cracking up. The remarks you made could not be done by none other than Rev. Smith (smile)!!!! Well Rev. Smith, its time for Eb's birthday again, and I know that it will be much different without you, but guess what, the Smiths were trained very well by a good trainer -- so guess what, they are going to do what they know they have to. Guess what they are home packing and Eb will be taking the videos and pictures. She is doing a wonderful job on taking care of our baby Dest. All she has to do is look at Dest and say Dest and Dest knows the rest Smile). You left her with that responsibility and she is doing just as you instructed her to do. Eb and Dest continued to do excellent in their school work (because they knew that you would want nothing less). Jesus is truly continuing in taking care of your family. He has shown plenty of FAVOR on them, He has truly BLESSED them too. Jesus has had so much GRACE and MERCY on them also. To know Jesus is to believe Him and take Him for His Word. I truly believe that the 5 months of separation in the hospital was Jesus' preparation time, to set things in place for this time. Jesus prepared your family to have the courage and strength to go on because He knew that is what you would want. Jesus gave your family Wisdom, Knowledge, and Hope in Him. Kelly I am confident that Jesus gave you the assurance, as well as the peace in knowing that He would take care of your family in your absence, and that He makes no mistakes in His decisions. I feel that while you laid there in that hospital bed not able to move or speak, He placed in your spirit and mind that He is in complete control, but aside from that, that He was going to do just what He is doing, and that is carrying your family on in a wonderful blessed manner (spiritually, mentally, physically, and financially). He has fixed them so that they can laugh and enjoy your memories. You were respected, loved, cherished and adored and still are and always will be. You were one of a kind and cannot ever be replaced nor forgotten. Only Jesus can take your place/space in our hearts. We LOVE YOU KELLY and know that you are still having a blessed Father's Day resting in peace, no more pain, no more needles, no more tubes, no more dialysis, no more blood transfusions, no more doctors and nurses, no more visiting times, and no more wondering when you will be discharged from the hospital. You got your final discharge from the hospital and your retirement from your earthly labor. THANK YOU LORD FOR YOUR GRACE AND MERCY!!!!
Thank You Jesus for Your time that You allowed Rev. Smith to be with us. Rev. Smith served as an adorable lovable husband, wonderful father who cared for his family, and one that his family matter to him. Family was something that meant so much to Kelly. So Father's Day is one important day to your family. I will not be selfish, but I do love and miss you, but know that God loves you best and that God has you now resting and waiting for Him on Judgment Day, so He can say come thy true and faithful servant, Kelly you have passed the test and you may enter in. That's the joy of knowing just how Good our God is. Well I must try to end, because you know how I am, I have a time stopping especilly when I think of the goodness of Jesus and who He is and what He does. Glory!!!!
LOVE4EVER & RIP!!
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Anderson
Donald Ramos
June 8, 2007
Melissa,
May the Lord comfort you during this time of mourning. We sorrow but not as those who have no hope. We know that Jesus rose from the dead; even so we will rise with him. When we are absent from the body we are present with the Lord. Remember you have only truly lost something when you don't know where it is.. you do know where kelly is. May God bless and keep you and your girls.
Your long time and true friend,
Donald
Melissa Anderson
June 3, 2007
Rev. Smith,
We are really missing you, but when I start missing you, I immediately stop and thank God for His undeniable decision to take you under His wings. To not allow you to suffer anylonger. God was so merciful, so compassionate, so discreet in just how He dealt with taking you with Him and leaving your family back here to be taken care of by Him. God has surely blessed Melissa and your little queens more than words can describe. They can still continue to enjoy you while you are absent in the body from them, but spiritually present with them. That's what you call all of God's goodness. They would not be able to endure if it was not for the Glorious Father's mercy, grace and goodness. When you take life for what's it worth and make the most of what God gives you, then and only then can you understand just how Melissa and the girls can continue to go on. Then and only then can they enjoy your unmeasurable memories. Then and only then can they look at your homegoing tape, look at the treasures they have of your memories of good times they shared with you. Kelly, you, your wife and girls loved, respected, adored and cherished one another and that is what God is all about "LOVE". They are here thanking the Lord for the time He allowed you'll to be a FAMILY. In the natural, it may seem to have been a short period of time, but its what you do in the time God gives you. You had an abundant life together. You are and you were an imperishable husband and father to your family. God has surely taken back one of His best children. We thank God for showering His BLESSINGS and FAVOR on the Smith Family. Thank You Lord!!!!!. Rev. Smith, still echoing in my ears the orders you left for me to do -- not having the 2 minutes deadline for talking about you. But giving me, your mother-in-law as much time as I want to speak about you. Kelly I really speaking into existence your ministering calling and your agreeance, teasing you, praying and anointing you. But I know that you are resting in peace waiting for the glorious judgment day. Waiting for our Father to say, "come thy good and faithful child, come on in..." I still get joy when I think about your homegoing celebration, it was a glorious homegoing party. One that souls got saved and some more good stuff. That was what you call your life spoke for itself and it was not lived in vain. Kelly I don't believe that you realized just how much and how many lives your life touched and I mean in a most positive manner. We miss you in the flesh, but not in the spirit.
God Bless,
Your mother-in-law Rev. Smith
Melissa Anderson
Will Forever Love You Rev. Smith
Your Wife
May 30, 2007
Kelly I LOVE YOU and MISS YOU so much. When the girls & I came to visit your grave site on Memorial Day I felt like crying but immediately looking at your baby Destiney put a smile on my face because she said Mommy let's pray for Daddy and she instructed Ebony to get her but over here so we can pray. She started praying and said Daddy I miss you so much and she asked God to please bless her daddy. Then she said Daddy if you wasn't here we wouldn't have to be here. You can tell that is your child because she is going to say what is on her mind no matter what. Her sweet direct voice just calms my spirit whenever it start to get me down. Whenever I look at her I'm reminded of you. Even though you are gone, we are so blessed to have had so many wonderful times with you. I can't stop thinking about how good you treated us and how much you made me happy all the time. The girls are doing so good that I know it's only my prayers being answered. I thought it would be very overwhelming for Destiney because of the strong bond that you and her had. Destiney thinks of you all the time especially when she is eating she will lift her food and drink up and say Daddy do you want some up in Heaven. We always talk about you and we have been watching your Homegoing video and other old videos just laughing and enjoying your past times. We have even been in the Chuck Brown Room making noise and playing Go-Go music around the house keepig you in our heart. Just know that GOD has our back and he is taking care of your family in your absence. You know I am a praying women and God answers prayers.
Mary Walker
May 29, 2007
To the Family:
I find it most appropriate to make my comments on this Memorial Day. Reading all the wonderful things people have said, this shows that Kelly is a perfect example of what A MEASURE OF A MAN should be. Kelly demonstrated that with the love he showed for his mother,
Dad, brother, wife, children, realtives and friends. I will always cherish never forgetting the comfort and concern that was given to me and the family when my son and his cousin Ty passed. Kelly is truly in a better place with a new heart and body. Kelly, Granny and Ty are making the greatest music ever heard, would make Chuck Brown bow his head. To the family may you find comfort in remembering the Good and Wonderful Times spent with Kelly. You will find peace doing this, and remember This To Shall Pass. I am hear if you need me, I have traveled this road so many times.
Ebony Smith
May 24, 2007
Slim, im missin you a lot man, and u see all these comments above and beneath me....thats all 4 you slim. I miss you like crazy daddy. Yea, I cry at times, but i think about you tellin me funny stories and stuff about your past or us makin jokes and what not. I find myself sittin in class just thinkin about you then laughin & smilin.
You are loved by many and missed by even more! You touched the hearts of many people and like they say, you are "gone but not 4gotten"
Luv & Miss you slim!
Cheb a.k.a. Slim Jim a.k.a. Boom a.k.a. Papa Johns a.k.a. Eb a.k.a. Ebony
Tiara Smith
May 23, 2007
It still doesn't seem real, it hasn't hit me yet. I know that you're in a better place but I just keep telling myself that you're on vacation in Ocean City or Wildwood, and that's why you're gone. I spent so much time with you, especially when I was younger and words really can't express how thankful I am to have had you in my life. I remember the last time I saw you laugh. I was visiting you at the hospital with Grandmommy and Uncle D and I told you about the time when I was little and Uncle D told me that the little brown dots in grits were bugs. You had a heart of gold, which is probably the reason that they couldn't find you a new a heart. In this day and age, hearts of gold are rare, and some of the people that have them are so great, that God needs them by his side, including you. We are learning to live without you, but it's hard. Losing someone that is close to me relieves my fear of dying because I know that you'll be there waiting for me. See you when I get there Uncle Kelly.
Love Always,
Tee
Melissa Anderson
May 22, 2007
To Melissa, Ebony & Destiney,
First and foremost I want to thank God for His Grace and Mercy. Thank You Father for making Kelly apart of my family. I loved and adored Rev. Smith. I know that God is substaning and keeping Melissa and the girls. They were Rev. Smith's queens as well as Jesus' queens. See to be truly a queen to the Master, you have to have that special relationship with the Master. And Kelly, Melissa and the girls made that mark. We will miss Kelly, but we also thank the Father for His decision and His tender love, mercy, and kindness, not to allow Rev. Smith to suffer anylonger. Rev. Smith took the test and he passed it with flying colors, he made the passing grade. That is to be resting in the arms of the Almighty. I thank God for time (5 months of being in the hospital) of His preparation for Melissa and the girls to be able to, not only endure but accept Jesus's decision to take Rev. Smith home. Rev. Smith said that he stayed here with us for awhile, but he wanted to go to Granny for her birthday and he did just that. He went to Granny and they had a glorious time for Granny's birthday (smile). I will truly miss Rev. Smith's good old ribs and crabs. I will miss him telling me to go and sit down and wait and he will call me when they are ready(smile). I have so many good memories of Rev. Smith and that is what I will dwell on. I will always have my good thoughts and memories of Rev. Smith. Rev. Smith will be missed by many and it was very evident at his homegoing celebration, because the church was packed from the front to the back, from side to side. Rev. Smith and I used to share and laugh about Raymond and Daryl getting saved at his first sermon. Rev. Smith your first and final sermon was preached and my Raymond, my Thomas and Jill (my daughter-in-law) gave their lives to the Lord and I am so blessed as well as happy to know that it was your sermon that they gave the Lord their lives. Praise the Lord!!! I am getting happy and I will start preaching so I had better quit while I am ahead. But to round this off, I am just happy that you had a wonderful homegoing celebration, we praised the Lord, we shared things about you, people got saved and some more things.
Rev. Smith, your three queens worked hard in giving you the most wonderful homegoing celebration that only their love for shined. Eb did a wonderful job on the slides and they just did it up right, only as you deserved and received. But to God be all the Glory, for He is truly worthy to be praised!!!!!!
We will miss you, we love you, but know that God loves you most.
Luv and RIP
Your Mother-in-Law
Melissa Anderson
& Father-in-Law
John Wayne
PAT / CHARLES PERRY
May 19, 2007
Billy May GOD stand by you in your time of lost of your son, He is in a better place now. GOD will keep you by his side. GOD BLESS YOUR FAMILY.
Monique Dennis-Elmore
May 18, 2007
Once upon a time there were seven, six Princes and one Princess. They wandered over the hills and valleys of childhood like there was no tomorrow. As time went on, they each grew up and acquired their own kingdoms and had princes and princesses of their own. Then one day, one of the princes became ill, and passed away. The remaining six were very saddened by this loss.
With broken hearts, we will always remember Prince Kelly -- who truly became King Kelly during his life -- as one of the Greatest Rulers of them all. He could make anyone feel special, make you laugh when you wanted to cry, and make sure you were nourished with food and drink. King Kelly was a caring and gentle king. I will miss this great ruler, for he was like a brother to me. I know his Queen Melissa and his two princesses' Ebony and Destiny will continue to keep his kingdom mighty and carry out his will. I want his Queen and his two Princesses' to know I am here for them, and they will always be my family for I love them as I loved their Husband and Father, "King Kelly."
With Love,
Cousin Monique
One of the remaining Six
Melissa Smith
May 18, 2007
Honey as I pepare to go to bed with you so heavy on my mind just thinking how you must of been smiling upon us just happy about how me and the girls coordinated your homegoing. I know you were really getting your grove on when Phillip played the drums. God truly showed up in that place, the Pastor was right on target with his sermon because without a doubt I know you definitely passed the test. So many of your friends showed up ad just loved on us like never before. Honey you touched so many people lives that it's unbelieveable. I Love You So Much!!
Alva and Billy Moore
May 17, 2007
Melissa,and family, We were sadden to hear that Kelly had passed. He was always full of joy, and laughter. He is in Heaven now making the Angels, and God laugh with his wonderful jokes. May he rest in peace. We will miss you Kelly.
Kendall Smith
May 17, 2007
Uncle Kelly this is Kendall, I will miss you and all of the cookouts and parties. I will also miss your jokes and how you made me laugh. Love,
Kendall Nendall
Phyllis Dorsey
May 17, 2007
Melissa,
My prayers are with you, Ebony, Destiny, and your family. Kelly was a wonderful and kind young man, and he will be missed by us all. Everytime I saw you and Kelly together you were a beautiful couple, and you could see the love that you had for each other and your beautiful daughters. You know that I have been in your shoes, and just know that the Lord will see you through. I know that you are full of grief now and missing Kelly terribly, but know that he is safe and happy in the Lord's arms and in no more pain. Continue to be the kind, beautiful, smiling young lady that you are, who takes good care of your daughters. Kelly will always be in your heart, and he will always be there watching over you, Ebony, and Destiny -- he will be your Guardian Angel. Please let me know if I can do anything for you and the girls.
Love, Aunt Phyllis
James Wilson
May 16, 2007
To the Smiths, Melissa and girls, Kelly became a very good friend of mines through our meeting at UPS, on the way to and from work we shared details of our struggles and tryants and he would alway express his love for family. I was reminded by my lady, who he called Ruby Roo, how we could cut up and watch out for each other. I glad to have had him as my friend and the times we had together will be remembered. Melissa you can call on us ever and whenever. Love James and Ruby Wilson in Atlanta,Ga.
Mary Jefferson
May 16, 2007
With deepest sympathy!
Carla Grady
May 16, 2007
To Melissa and family: Kelly was a very loving person and I will miss him alot, but please remember one thing, the trouble day are over. He is in a very special place now. (Yes) it sadden us all , but we all know this is what Kelly would want to be. Love you all and please remember that we are here when you need us, love always.
Eric Izzard
May 16, 2007
To the Smith Family,
I am truly sorry for your loss.
Kelly was one of a kind. I remember my first jobs at Fannie Mae and Kelly made me feel very welcome. Everyday I came to work, Kelly always say to me "I am glade to see you sir!". With that type of energy, Kelly made work so fun. Kelly also made playing flag football funny because he would make jokes about me dropping the football.
After a short time past, Kelly and I hook up again and enjoy our hobby racing the gas remote control cars.
Kelly you were like a big brother to me and you will be missed bro!!
Dionne Murphy
May 16, 2007
Melissa,
May the fond memories of Kelly carry you and the girls through this difficult period.
Thinking of you...
Mattie Anderson-Holloway
May 16, 2007
God has many ways of reminding us that the beautiful spirits who have touched our lives soar higher and farther than we would ever imagine, all the way to perfect peace and freedom with him. No one can take away the pain and loss you must feel,but hopefully you can take comfort in the knowledge that your loved one is at peace with God...and one day, you'll be together again.
In Sympathy
Melissa & family - we Love You,
Mattie Anderson-Holloway
Washington, DC
&
The Anderson family members of Saluda, South Carolina
Michelle Reece
May 16, 2007
Dear Melissa and Family,
I am deeply sorry for your loss. I will keep you in my prayers for the days ahead.
"Peace I leave with You. My peace I give to You; not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not Your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid." John 14:27
Vincent Grady
May 16, 2007
Kelly you are truly missed buddy, I must say you are one sick puppy. I will never forget our times of laughter and our big adventure LOL. I love ya Bro. To the family when you are feeling down know in your heart that God is with you, hold your head up and smile because he's in control of it all.
Barb & Ken
May 16, 2007
To Melissa, Ebony, Destiny & Family
Kelly is in a wonderful place. We all need to get our lives in order to join with Kelly. We are going to miss his smiling face and how he uses to say our names B & Bro. Kelly was always the life of the party. So when we share our tears we are sharing tears of joy for Kelly's HomeComing.
God does answer prayer. Even if it seems like He is silent and not listening. Sometimes the answer is YES and sometimes it is NO but often it is WAIT. He can see the whole picture and we see only our introspective view.
Remember that sometimes we may not understand but the Word of God
has the answers.
"For my thoughts [are] not your thoughts, neither [are] your ways my ways, saith the LORD. For [as] the heavens are higher than the earth, so are my ways higher than your ways, and my thoughts than your thoughts."
Kelly you are very much loved by all and you are going to be well miss. This is not a good bye this is our loving words to you to say that "We will see you in Heaven", And to The Smith Family Kelly has his LOVING arms of love surrounding you all.
Michelle Johnson
May 16, 2007
Bay,
My deepest sympathy is with you. I am filled with relief that you have committed your life to God, because without Him, it would be much more difficult to continue on. I have always admired you and Kelly's relationship, because you were true friends. Your love has stood the test of time and has held to the true words, "until death do us part". That's rare in this day and age. I pray that you and your daughters will have courage and strength. May God continue to bless you and your family.
K J
May 16, 2007
To My God-mommy & God-Sisters
I don't no what to say to make you feel better the only way that I can show you is just to pray. I'm going to miss my god-father very much I'm going to miss the days when we all would go downtown to fly our kites and the sharing of my b-day. But the one thing that I will also carry in my heart is the love that he has for his family and me.
Love Always
God-daughter Kenisha
Tiara Smith
May 16, 2007
Uncle Kelly, I miss you so much. But I'm finding a lot of comfort in knowing that you are at peace and in the presence of the Lord. I will never forget how you always when out of your way to ensure that Ebony, Destiney, and I had a wonderful childhood. I remember when you lived in the Forestvillage Apartments and me and Ebony really wanted to go see the air show at Andrew's Air Force Base, so you walked us all the way there in 100 degree weather. And when I was little, you would take me to work with you at Fannie Mae at let me do cartwheels on the big rolls of bubble wrap that your office had. I always enjoyed the many bike rides, trips to Ocean City, and everything else that you did to put smiles on our faces. Thank you for the many wonderful memories that you left behind with us. Love Always,
Tee
Donna and Anari Fleming
May 16, 2007
Melissa, Ebony and Destiny ...
May the God of hope give you rest for your heart, peace for your soul, and a deep sense of comfort from every prayer lifted for you during this time. Know that you will be in our prayers.
"...He shall strengthen your heart, all ye that hope in the Lord." -Psalm 31:24
Love Always,
You Were Our King
Melissa Smith
May 16, 2007
KELLY I MISS YOU SO MUCH. BOY OH BOY DO I MISS YOU. I'M SO GLAD I LISTENED TO THE VOICE OF GOD AND WAS NOT SELFISH AND PUT MYSELF ON HOLD JUST TO SPEND OUR LAST MOMENTS TOGETHER. I AM SO HAPPY THAT I WAS ABLE TO BE AT YOUR BEDSIDE BECAUSE I KNOW WITHOUT A DOUBT YOU LOVED ME AND YOU WOULD OF TAKEN CARE OF ME AND THE GIRLS THE SAME WAY WE WERE THERE FOR YOU. OUR LOVE FOR YOU WAS UNMEASUREABLE. RIP SWEETIE BECAUSE YOU HELD ON AS LONG AS YOU COULD. FATHER GOD I THANK YOU FOR GIVING ME STRENGTH AND WIPING MY TEARS AWAY IN THE MIDNIGHT HOUR WHEN ALL I HAD TO HOLD ONTO WAS YOU. ALL I KNOW IS GODS GRACE AND MERCY IS WHAT KEPT ME IN THE MIDST OF IT ALL ESPECIALLY WHEN THERE WERE TIMES THAT I DIDN'T WANT TO FACE TOMORROW BECAUSE MY OTHER HALF (KELLY) WAS GONE. I WILL ALWAYS LOVE YOU KELLY.
YOUR BOOHK (MELISSA)
Rhea Frazier
May 16, 2007
Melissa, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May you find peace in God.
Charles Tyler
May 16, 2007
Bay,
My prayers are with you in the loss of a dear friend and your husband. May God continue to give you strength in this time of bereavement.
Kerney
Angela Falwell
May 16, 2007
To: Mrs. Melissa Smith & family
May God bless you and your family in this time of mourning. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Bernice Butler
May 16, 2007
To my God-daughter Melissa - My love and prayers are with you and your family. Love your God-Mother Bernice
Lutricia Bowden
May 16, 2007
Melissa & Family, please know that my prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. May the love of GOD be with you. Keep your eyes on GOD who will lead and guide you. Hey Kelly, I am going to have to come up to Heaven for the 4th of July to get my lasagna this year.
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