He could pick a lock with a hair pin like no ones business. Jeff was the baby in our family he kept us all on on toes with his endless energy & his positive attitude, even when life would beat him down. Jeff is survived by his wife of 49 years, Dory (Stout) Smith; his children and their spouses, Marcie (Scott) Young, Leslie (Kyle) Folsom, and Michael; and grandchildren, Wyatt, Marion, Wilder, Abram, Hugo and Louisa; as well as his sisters, Penny Harris and Sharon (Don) Bushey; and many nieces and nephews. I use to work with him very briefly at fountain view, but he became a good friend of mine and was always positive about life. He has gone way too soon. The services for Jeff will be held at Pacific View Mortuary Chapel in Corona Del Mar, CA on November 19th at 10 AM. While living in Houston over the years, Jeff grew deeper in his faith in Jesus Christ as his Lord and Savior. There are no events at this time. He was born on December 13, 1958, the son of Wi. Ever since the accident, he was taken care of by his loving parents Frank and Gwen Smith. We are saddened by the news of Jeff and send our condolences to the Smith family. When your purchase is complete, a post will be made on the tribute wall of the deceased signifying the planting of a memorial tree. Jeff was a graduate of Johnstown-Monroe High School, most recently residing in Warsaw, Ohio. On Sunday, December 26, 2021, Jeffery Carter Smith passed away at the age of 56. [12], On October 17, 2021, NBC News reported that the Virginia Congressional delegation had written to the Washington, DC Mayor noting that Smith's death was causally related to the Capitol Riot, and urged her to grant line of duty death benefits to Officer Smith's widow Erin Smith. He spent the rest of his years growing in his knowledge of God, loving his friends and family well, and serving as a greeter at his local church. Funeral arrangement under the care ofHudson Funeral Home & Cremation Services. He did not believe in resting on accolades, and never stopped putting his energy into being useful. Receive emails when we publish our monthly newsletter. Surprised and saddened to here about Jeffs passing. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Obituary. Jeff enjoyed cooking and gardening, loved caring for animals and talking to people, maintained many lifelong friendships and made new friends everyday wherever he went, and he was always on the move. Growing up a few streets from each other with all of the neighborhood having the highest regards for Jeff & the Smith Family. Jeff, to me, was the wild one of the family. After leaving college, Jeff began his career in commercial real estate as a broker based in Orange County, CA. In January 1969, Smith was wounded when he was hit by ground fire as his command-and-control helicopter flew at low altitude to cover the rescue of a downed helicopter pilot. A unique and lasting tribute for a loved one. Jay & Mark Quinn. [6] In the months after the storming of the Capitol, it was generally reported that the deaths of five people who were present have, to varying degrees, been related to the event. The Mass of Christian Burial will. Echovita offers a solidarity program that gives back the funds generated to families. After his retirement from the Army, Lt. General Smith joined Ethyl (now Newmarket) Corporation, whose CEO was his VMI classmate, Floyd "Bill" Gottwald Jr. "43. Jeff Smith Obituary It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jeff Smith of Brockton, Massachusetts, born in Groton, Connecticut, who passed away on June 30, 2021, at the age of 65, leaving to mourn family and friends. Services by Bluitt and Son Funeral Home. followed by a reception at the home of Lew Schmid for all friends and family. David Kessler's top 4 tips for dealing with holiday grief. Write your message of sympathy today. Write your message of sympathy today. Over the next eight years, Smith held numerous staff positions, including duty at Fort Benning, G., Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, and the Army's Arctic Test Center in Big Delta, Alaska. Tribute will contact you if there are any issues. Mapleton - Jeffrey Smith, 71, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, September 1, 2021, at his home in Mapleton. Im so sorry about your brotherThe Kelly family sends you prayers. You can then forward the email to the family or print it and give it to them personally. Jeff will always be remembered by his friends and family members as an avid reader, a KU basketball fan, and most importantly a servant of Christ. Christopher Black wrote a sympathy message, Jeff was my friend my teammate and my mentor. He is survived by : his mother Teresa Thornburg Smith; his sister Angela Renee Smith; his nieces, Destinee Renee Suhr and Courtnee Allyn Suhr; his nephew Samuel Lee-Allen Smith; and his great-nephew Devon Harold-Lee Chapman. He also received service and gallantry awards from the Republic of China, the Republic of Korea, and the Republic of Vietnam. He is survived by his loving wife, Karen Smith, loving daughter, Samarida Coleman, her husband Scott Cecil "Sonny" Edwin Smith, age 95, of Midland, Texas passed away at his home on May 18, 2022, surrounded by his family. He went on to attend Orange Coast Community College, where he was a member of ther downhill ski team, and the University of Southern California, where he was a member of the Sigma Chi fraternity. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jeff Smith to pay them a last tribute. Published by The Washington Post on May 2, 2021. [citation needed] Some members of Congress and press reports included these two suicides in the number of casualties, for a total of seven deaths. Smith continued a close relationship with VMI, serving as informal adviser to numerous VMI Superintendents. He is preceded in death by his mother. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jeffrey Smith of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who passed away on September 19, 2021, at the age of 64, leaving to mourn family and friends. . God Bless. We are sad to announce that on September 20, 2021, at the age of 48, Jeff Smith of Willow Spring, North Carolina passed away. It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Jeff Smith of Brockton, Massachusetts, born in Groton, Connecticut, who passed away on June 30, 2021, at the age of 65, leaving to mourn family and friends. Smith was part of a long line of ancestors and descendants who collectively served in the Revolutionary and Civil Wars, both World Wars, the Vietnam Conflict, and the Iraq and Afghanistan Campaigns. His name is noted in the text of the bill, and President Biden remarked on his death. He then helped expedite the embarkation of Chinese forces from Hanoi and Haiphong in what was then French Indochina. below. Senator Bob Menendez of New Jersey", "GWPLLC files opening brief in death of Police Officer from Capitol Insurrection", "Family of D.C. officer who died by suicide after Capitol riot files lawsuit against alleged attackers", "Cybersleuths find men who allegedly attacked officer during US Capitol riot", "Police Officer's Suicide After Jan. 6 Riot Is Ruled a Line-of-Duty Death", "D.C. He earned praise for his fair handling of those tensions, instilling esprit and professional discipline to the unit whose motto was, rightfully, "Second to None." (48 years old). Our professional and caring staff is dedicated to working with your family to provide assistance in selecting high quality and affordable funeral services during a time of grief. [2] On October 13, 2021, two United States Senators and several members of the House of Representatives called for the Mayor to award Line of Duty benefits to Officer Smith and his widow Erin Smith. ALL RIGHTS RESERVED. He received the Distinguished Flying Cross, the Silver Star, and the Purple Heart for this action. He was active on the Aroostook County Farm Bureau, Maine Potato Quality Control Board, Maine Potato Council, and was president of the Maine Potato Industry Long Range Plan. Following the war, Smith earned a Master of Science degree in mechanical engineering from The Johns Hopkins University. The bill's sponsor, Senator Tammy Duckworth, stated at passage that, "I want to take a moment to recognize the incredible courage, resilience, and strength of the late Officer Jeffrey Smiths widow, Erin Smith, and his parents, Richard and Wendy Smith. Gen. Jeffrey G. Smith Jr. (Deborah), Tracy S. McDonald (Robert), Melissa S. Deutsch (Geoffrey), and Ashley A. Smith; 15 grandchildren: Andrew Exnicios (Lauren) , Nicholas Meyer, Brooke Meyer, Madeline Smith, Elisabeth Boettke (Stephen), Kate McDonald, Robert McDonald, Taylor Deutsch, Ariel Deutsch, Burke Deutsch, Greer Pollock, Griffin Pollock, Conrad Pollock, Tate Pollock, Kane Pollock; two great-grandchildren: Lila and Lucy Exnicios. He is survived by : his children, Jesse Smith (Kristen) of Middleborough and Nathan Smith (Lindsey Medeiros) of Bridgewater; his grandchildren, Cayla, Hayden, Willow, Wyatt, Jesse, Ryan and Jameson; his siblings, Marcy Smith of Florida, Denise Keith of Florida and Dennis Keith; and his former wife Linda Santos (Sullivan) of Middleborough. Just wanted to send my deepest sympathy for the family was my best friend for 45 years Loved him as my brother, I am so sorry. In every sense, Jeff and Dory were partners in life, business, and family. He is deeply missed. To plant trees in memory, please visit the. It was a nice tribute to him. Jeffrey Lewis Schmid of Houston, TX passed away in his home on October 21, 2021 at the age of 60. [8], Dr. Jonathan Arden, the former Chief Medical Examiner of the District of Columbia was hired by Smith's widow as part of her lawsuit to have her husband's suicide ruled "in the line of duty". He was born March 17, 1947, in Bayshore, NY, to Ian M. and Dorothy A. Jeffrey Lynn Smith, 68, of Louisville, passed away March 18, 2022. I have known Jeff since Junior High, but havent seen him in several yearsa lot of fond memories! Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love. Like everyone else who knew him, I am shocked and saddened. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Jeff Smith of Mapleton, Maine, born in Presque Isle, Maine, who passed away on September 1, 2021, at the age of 71, leaving to mourn family and friends. Jeff has been a testimony to all who knew him from his faithfulness and trust in the Lord. After promotion to Lieutenant General on August 28, 1975, Smith concluded his lengthy military career with four years as commander of First United States Army, headquartered at Fort George G. Meade, MD.. Jeff was born September 13, 1959 in Indianapolis, Indiana to Sally Jane (Birchell) Smith and Joseph W. Smith, Sr. Jeff "Smitty" Smith, 62, of Enfield, passed away on Monday, July 19, 2021, at Deaconess Midtown Hospital in Evansville, IN. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be directed to UNC Health Foundation, Attn: UNC Lineberger, PO Box 1050, Chapel Hill, NC 27514. I will miss his endless energy & positive attitude in spite of what life threw his way. View Jeff Smith's obituary, send flowers and find service dates or sign the guestbook. At the time Smith joined, it was the only cavalry regiment to retain horses. Box 867 Presque Isle, ME 04769). ". Copyright 2023 Echovita Inc. All rights reserved. Lt. General (Retired) Jeffrey G. Smith will be greatly missed by his family. Jeff Smith age 62, of Jamestown, passed away on Wednesday, November 17, 2021, at the Cumberland Medical Center Crossville surrounded by his family. He was the son of the late Fred Smith and Carol and Rudolph Barber. After his tour at VMI ended in 1963, he attended the National War College and then served on the staff of the Seventh Army in Germany. On January 15, 2021, Jeffrey Smith shot himself to death as he was leaving his home in Virginia for what would have been his first day back at work after a medical leave. Jeff graduated Shawnee Mission West High School in 1978. Select boxes below to reduce the number of results. Ways to honor JEFFREY SMITH's life and legacy. [4][5], Smith, 35, shot himself in the head on the George Washington Memorial Parkway on January 15, 2021, the day he was supposed to return to duty. Planting will take place in Spring of the following year. In 1957, took command of an armored infantry battalion at Fort Knox, Kentucky, before being assigned in 1959 as the Senior Member of the Joint Observer Teams of the United Nations Command Military Armistice Commission along the Demilitarized Zone between North and South Korea. Terms of Use | The heart of his school days rested in meeting his lifelong sweetheart, Dory, enjoying friends he would keep for life, and in college, making memories with his brothers in Phi Eta Kappa. Being a neighbor of Jeffs for many years, we saw his daily enjoyment of family, friends, and pets. We love you guys. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jeff Smith to pay them a last tribute. Mapleton - Jeffrey Greenwood Smith was born on October 14, 1921, in Fort Sam Houston, TX, to Colonel Henry Joseph Moody Smith, USA, and Gladys Haile Smith. Write your message of sympathy today. Jeffrey was born October 7, 1953. Smith graduated from Virginia Military Institute (VMI) in 1943. Contact. In his capacity as class agent, he launched the last major project of his life: the Class of 1943's 75th Reunion. Jeff was predeceased by his parents. Services will be held later this fall after the crop is in, as Jeff would have insisted. ", "After the Jan. 6 riot, police departments confront the mental health toll of the job", "D.C. police officer's suicide after Jan. 6 riot declared line-of-duty death", "Washington Police Officer's Post-Jan. 6 Suicide Deemed Line-of-Duty Death", "Two officers who helped fight the Capitol mob died by suicide. . Jeff was born in Warwick, Rhode Island. You may follow this obituary to receive an email when new information is published. Sign up to receive new obituary entries in your inbox, Show your support with beautiful sympathy flowers or a secure donation. [15][16], On August 5, 2021, Jeffrey L. Smith, along with Capitol Police officers Brian Sicknick, Howard Liebengood and Billy Evans, was posthumously honored in a signing ceremony for a bill to award Congressional Gold Medals to Capitol Police and other January 6 responders. Did He Die in the Line of Duty? Anyway, I just want to say I am very sorry to hear of his passing- and you are all in my thoughts. Jeff was born in Warwick, Rhode Island. They all made my childhood fun and exciting. Required fields are marked *, Heafey-Hoffmann-Dworak-Cutler Mortuaries 2020 All Rights Reserved Terms of Use and Privacy Policy. Jeff was married to the love of his life, Laurie Ann Davidson, in June 1991. At the height of the Cold War, Smith assumed command of 2nd Brigade, 3rd Armored Division at Gelnhausen, Germany - an assignment he considered his most professionally satisfying. Would you like to offer Jeff Smiths loved ones a condolence message? Our heart goes out to all of you. He was born on November 22, 1984 in Columbus, OH, a son to Jeffrey and Karen (Wilkes) Jeffrey L. Smith, age 62, of Woodbury, Minnesota passed away on Wednesday, January 5, 2022. He was born in Woodstock, Illinois on July 20, 1961, a son of the late Richard C. and Mary Kathryn. He will be deeply missed. JEFFREY MAURICE SMITH Sr. 1952 - 2021 BORN 1952 DIED 2021 ABOUT Glenville High School Creighton University Kent State University FUNERAL HOME CUMMINGS AND DAVIS FUNERAL HOME 13201 Euclid. This site is provided as a service of SCI Shared Resources, LLC. He was born in Presque Isle on May 1, 1950, the son of Owen and Louisa (Whitten) Smith. Born in Fresno, on April 29,1941 to the late Phillip and Jesma Smith. Contributions in Jeff's memory may be made to the VA Boston Healthcare System, ATTENTION: Voluntary Service (135), 940 Belmont Street, Brockton, MA 02301, ON MEMO LINE INCLUDE: GPL #5201 (your donation to this fund will assist the Veterans General Welfare Account at the Brockton location). I am sending much love to his family and friends during this difficult time.. I actually credit Jeff for teaching me how to do it! 09/05/1947 - 12/25/2021 . Marky & I have been priveledged to know Jeff since moving to Omaha in grade school. Let the family know who you are using our sign-in form Please join us in Loving, Sharing and Memorializing Jeffrey (Jeff) Smith on this permanent online memorial. Love, dena, I learned of Jeffs passing just this morning. 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Like his father, Smith was a keen equestrian, and a member of the Institute's Horse Show Team. They moved together in 1992 to Houston, TX, where they raised their two children and enjoyed a beautiful 30 years of marriage. Jeffrey Lewis Schmid of Houston, TX passed away in his home on October 21, 2021 at the age of 60. Rest in pease my sweet baby brother I love you, Kerry . During peak periods such as Valentines Day, Memorial Day and most holidays, florists are not always able to keep up to demand. He was born in Presque Isle on May 1, 1950, the son of Owen . Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jeff Smith to pay them a last tribute. Due to seasonal conditions, the tree planting takes place during the spring and summer. Echovita Inc is a registered trademark. David and family. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jeff Smith to show support. Jeff graduated from Westside High School in 1984 and went on to earn a degree in Psychology and Marketing from the University of Arizona in 1989. Those closest to him will miss his quick wit, infectious laugh and brilliant mind. Mass and Funeral Services at the Arlington National Cemetery to be scheduled. Let others know about your loved one's death.
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