Russell Smith
November 03, 2013
Russell Smith, 88, was born January 30, 1925 in Harrison County, Missouri, the son of Russell and Frederickina Smith. He went to be with his Lord and Savior November 3, 2013. He married Peggy Nelson, the love of his life, on June 20, 1946 in Bethany, Missouri.
Russell is survived by his children, David (Shonna) Smith, Paula (James Jr.) Newman and Dennis (Roz) Smith; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren; 3 half-brothers, as well as many other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his wife of 51 years, Peggy.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November 7, 2013 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Ankeny Baptist Church, 2842 SW 3rd Street Place in Ankeny. Graveside services will be held at 1 p.m. Friday, November 8, 2013 at Miriam Cemetery in Bethany, Missouri.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the family in loving memory of Russell.
Condolences for the family may be offered online at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com.
Becky (Sharp) Turley
11/13/2013
Peggy, David & family,
I am sorry to hear of your great loss. I just read about it in the Bethany paper. I am happy for him, yet sad for all of you. Russell will never be gone, because you will always hold him near in your heart and your mind!
Carol Peterson
11/08/2013
So sorry for your loss. I remember your parents fondly. They are now together again. It is so hard to lose a loved one. My deepest sympathis
Hannah Dinges/ Commonwealth Baptist College
11/07/2013
Hello Bro. and Mrs. Smith,
Just wanted to let you know that I am praying for you during this hard time. Praise the Lord he is in a much better place! I will continue you to pray for your family. May God continue to bless you!
The Gordons/ Clays Mill
11/07/2013
So sorry about your dad. So glad to know he was saved! We are praying for all of the family. Heaven is just a breath away for His children. He knows everyone and everything today!!! Praise the Lord!
Linda Lewis
11/06/2013
So sorry for your loss. I am praying for you and your family.
Chuck & Bert Henry
11/06/2013
Our sympathy for Dennis and family. May God give you peace and comfort at this difficult time.
Allen Stephens
11/06/2013
He was always a favorite uncle and my father's best friend. Its reassuring to know he is now once again with aunt Peggy and her sister, my mom. God's peace and grace be with you, David, Dennis, Paula and families.
Roger & Nina Van Gorp
11/06/2013
Our sympathy for you, Dennis, Roz and family We never met your Dad but he raised a wonderful Christian son and family. My heart is full of love and prayers for God's Grace and peace at this time!! hugs to all! Roger & Nina