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

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Roger And Gloria Boggess says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend
Location: South Charleston West Virginia

Sending Prayers For All The Family On This Loss Of Your Father ; What A Wonderful Man Of God He Was And How Very Many Lives Were Touched By His Through The Years. God Bless All Of You.

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Teri Morgan says:

August 10, 2021

Location: Flint Michigan

I Am Sorry For Your Loss. At Such Times Words That Truly Comfort Your Loss Are Hard To Think Of. The Bible Has These Comforting Words Found At
Philippians 4:6&7…..” Do Not Be Anxious Over Anything, But In Everything By Prayer And Supplication Along With Thanksgiving Let Your
Petition Be Made Known To God And The Peace Of God That Excel All Thought Will Guard Your Hearts And Your Mental Power By Means Of Christ Jesus
May The Family Keep In Mind That God Promise To Help Through These Difficult Times If You Turn To Him In Prayer

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Linda Mcnabb Hull says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend
Location: Grove City Ohio

Dear Barbara And Family, I Hope You Know That You Are In My Thoughts And Prayers. I Wish I Could Be With You, But Circumstances With Randy’S Health Are Keeping Me At Home. I Find Peace And Also Some Amusement To Think Of Bill, Ray And John All Together Again. I Pray That God Will Be With You All In Your Memories Of A Very Special Man. Love, Linda

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Larry H Slack says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend And Former Employee
Location: Charleston West Virginia

My Condolences Go Out To Bill”S Family And Friends. I Had The Pleasure Of Working With The Smith Family For More Than 30 Years. I Truly Enjoyed Being In Bill’S Company, Admiration And Respect Throughout Our Relationship Continues To This Day. He Was A True Friend.

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Jamie Young says:

August 10, 2021

Relationship: Friend Of Kathy
Location: Morganton North Carolina

Kathy And Family, We Were So Saddened To Hear Of Your Father’S Death. Please Know That We Are All Thinking Of You And You Family. Your Mother And Dad Certainly Must Have Been Soul-Mates For Such A Long Time. Our Thoughts Are Especially Toward Her, As Well. Love From All Of Us. Jamie, Joseph, Jonathan And Shirley.

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