J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Homes

Smith, Herbert C., Sr.

Sunday, February 22, 2009

Herbert Clair Smith, Sr. of Hopewell, Virginia, loving and devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many, joined the Lord on February 22, 2009 at the age of 82. Herbert was the youngest of eight children born in Perquimans County, North Carolina. Pop lived his life to the fullest. He was a member and deacon of Powers Memorial Baptist Church. He was a veteran of World War II and served his country in the United States Army, and later joined the Merchant Marines. He loved to hunt and fish. Herbert served as Past Master of the Hopewell Masonic Lodge in 1975 and was also a member of the Prince George Masonic Temple. He retired from the ‘Firestone Plant in Hopewell, VA. Herbert is survived by his wife of 60 years, Jackie Smith; his four sons, Herbert C. Smith, Jr. and wife, Diane of Colonial Heights, Ronald Smith and wife, Kathryn of Chesterfield, Ricky Smith of Prince George and Tim Smith of New York, New York; four grandchildren, Andy Smith and wife, Raquel of Ruby, SC, Brad Smith of Eglin Air Force Base, FL, Amanda Smith of Chesterfield and Michael Smith of Prince George and three great grandchildren, Cody, Caleb, and Bailey all from Ruby, SC. The family will receive friends at the Hopewell chapel of J. T. Morriss & Son Funeral Home on Thursday, February 26, 2009 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. A funeral service will be held at 1 pm on Friday, February 27, 2009 at Powers Memorial Baptist Church with the Rev. C. Stephen Vaughn officiating. Burial will follow in Bermuda Memorial Park. Condolences to the family may be registered at www.jtmorriss.com

Sorry to her of the passing of Herbert,He was such a wonderful person. He was always so sweet and friendly. Everyone will miss him. God bless his family .Our prayers will be with you all.

Posted by: vicki sanford (community food mart Employees) at February 27, 2009 07:15 PM

Jackie and family, our hearts are both sad and joyful at Herbert's homegoing. He was a beloved husband, father,grandfather, brother and uncle. Our family will always cherish times we spent with him.

Now he is with his brothers and sisters, parents and many friends in his eternal rest. He was indeed a special family member.

Posted by: Kay & Preston Lane at February 26, 2009 09:40 PM

Jackie and Family,
All of you are in our thoughts and prayers , Herbert was a wonderful person and a great friend , we always enjoyed working with him and getting to meet you ,you were a great team , he will be missed by all.
God Bless you all

Posted by: John & June Slaughter at February 26, 2009 08:41 PM

Jackie:
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the children. Smithy was always a joy to be around and the very best person to Yellow Rock Your Corner with. As time goes on, the pain you are feeling will get better. Rely on your faith and love of God to get you through these times.
Our love and prayers to you
Debbie and Richard

Posted by: Debbie Taylor at February 25, 2009 08:47 PM

To Jackie Smith & Family

All of Hopewell Public Schools sends all of you our deepest sympathies. Please know that the Transportation Department is always here to support you, and if there is anything we can do please let us know.

Sincerely
Darin G. Bracy
Division Manager of Transportation
Hopewell City Public Schools

Posted by: Darin G. Bracy at February 25, 2009 01:11 PM

Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family in the loss of Herbert. May God grant the Smith family comfort, strength, and courage during this difficult time. Psalm 23:1-6.

Robert, Cynthia, and Bobby Breckenridge

Posted by: Robert Breckenridge at February 24, 2009 07:50 AM

JACKIE WE ARE SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF HERBERT.IF THERE IS ANYTHING WE CAN DO PLEASE LET US KNOW.YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS.
DIANE & BURT DEVERS

Posted by: DIANE DEVERS at February 22, 2009 09:21 PM