William E. "Bill" Smith
December 12, 1948 - September 05, 2015
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William E. "Bill" Smith
December 12, 1948 - September 05, 2015
Obituary
William e. “bill” smith, 86, of charleston, went home to join his lord and savior jesus christ early in the morning on saturday, september 5, 2015 at the hubbard hospice house, charleston.
bill was born in charleston on december 12, 1928, only child of earl and grace smith. he graduated charleston high school and was the class president in 1946. Bill graduated from west virginia university in 1950, where he was a member of the beta psi chapter of beta theta pi. he then married the love of his life, barbara amole on november 25, 1950.
After college bill started his business carrier working for w.L. Smith company. in 1962, he started his own company, smith floor covering distributors, which is still thriving today.
Bill’s spiritual passion was the fellowship of christian athletes. he along with john thomas, ray mcnabb and the lord started this ministry in the state of west virginia in 1961. thousands of young lives have been influenced by what these men envisioned as this ministry continues to flourish today.
Bill was past president of the board of directors for the charleston union mission ministries, and an active elder at st. Paul presbyterian church. he was a past member of the charleston rotary club, and one of the best handball players in the state for many years.
Bill is survived by his wife, barbara amole smith of almost 65 years; daughters, katheryn fowler of louisville, ky and terry (ron) potesta of charleston; son, monty (pam) smith of charleston; 8 grandchildren and 9 great-grandchildren.
Bill was greatly loved by his family and friends, and will be missed by all who were fortunate enough to know him.
the family of bill smith would like to thank hubbard hospice house for their exemplary care and love.
Memorial service will be held 1 p.M. Wednesday, september 9, 2015 at st. Paul presbyterian church, charleston with rev. Timothy m. Hudson officiating. a reception will follow the service at the church.
In lieu of flowers “ the family suggests donations may be made to: kanawha hospice care, 1606 kanawha blvd., west, charleston, wv 25387-2536; the fellowship of christian athletes, p.O. Box 11556, charleston, wv 25339; and/or the union mission ministries, p.O. Box 112, charleston, wv 25321
14 responses to William E. "Bill" Smith
Tashea King says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Ohio
Hello,
My Name Is Tashea. I Did Not Know Mr. Smith Personally But I Know How Hard It Can Be To Lose A Loved One In Death. I Have Experienced The Pain That Comes From Losing Someone Close To Me So My Heart Moves Me To Share With Others What Has Helped Me To Cope At Such A Difficult Time.
I First Want To Say That I Am Very Sorry For Your Loss. I Do Not Know If You Are A Bible Reader Or Not And I Hope I Do Not Offend Anyone, But The Scripture That Has Given Me Comfort Is The One Found At 2 Corinthians 1: 3, 4. It Says, “Praised Be The God And Father Of Our Lord Jesus Christ, The Father Of Tender Mercies And The God Of All Comfort Who Comforts Us In All Our Trials So That We May Be Able To Comfort Others In Any Sort Of Trial With The Comfort That We Receive From God.” I Would Like To Share With You The Comfort I Have Received From God. He Promises At John 5: 28, 29 That “The Hour Is Coming In Which All Those In The Memorial Tombs Will Hear His Voice And Come Out, Those Who Did Good Things To A Resurrection Of Life, And Those Who Practiced Vile Things To A Resurrection Of Judgment.” So God Has Promised That In The Very Near Future We Will Not Only Welcome Back To Life Our Loved Ones We Have Lost, But We Will Also Never Have To Experience The Pain Associated With Death Ever Again. I Pray That This Gives The Family Some Comfort During This Difficult Time. If You Need Anything Or Would Like To Know More About What The Bible Says About The Future, Feel Free To Contact Me. Have A Great Day.
Steve Chambers says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Charleston West Virginia
My Sincerest Condolences.
Betty Barrett says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Huntington West Virginia
Dear Barbara,
I Am Sad To Know Of Your Loss. Eddie And Bill Had Been Friends For A Long Time, And We Enjoyed Your Visit In Naples. The Beta Relationships Are Life-Long. Jack Gallagher Told Me About Bill.
I Was Able To Give Jack Chittum’S Sister The Obituary, And She Passed It On To Jack’S Son. Doris Is No Longer Able To Understand This. Jack’S Sister Told Me That His Job With Bill Was The Highlight And Changing Point In His Life. They Were So Happy When You Came To Their Anniversary Party.
You Are In My Thoughts And Prayers At This Difficult Time.
Betty Barrett
Bill Fish Family says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Charleston West Virginia
We Are So Sorry For Your Loss. Your Family Is In Our Thoughts And Prayers.
Pat Butner says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Charleston West Virginia
My Deepest Sympathies To The Family Of Bill Smith.
He Was A Kind And Generous Man Who Dealt Fairly With Everyone. He Was A Great Friend Of My Father , Dick Moses, As Well , And A Fine Christian Example. May God Comfort You All In Your Loss.
Sincerely,
Pat Butner