Date Of Birth: November 1, 1946
Date Of Death: April 13, 2010
Willie “Bill” Smith 63, Indianapolis, went home to be with Jesus on April 13, 2010. He was born 11/1/1946 in Gay’s Creek, Kentucky. He moved to Indianapolis at the young age of 13. He retired from General Tire where he was in employed in management, before becoming disabled. He had a personal relationship with his heavenly father and was honored by that. He spent his life being a loving husband, dad, and papa. He loved making others happy, telling jokes, and eating good food! He is survived by his wife of 45 years, Sheryel Smith and by 6 children, 3 sons and their wives, Pastor Tony (Kim) Smith, Billy (Missy) Smith, Bobby (Fiance Sarah) Smith and 3 daughters and their husbands, Candy (Jim) Ristow, Becky (Tony) Holtgrave, Laura Smith; 1 grand ’daughter’ Angel Smith; 9 grandchildren, Sara Moore;Sam Smith; Alex, Andrew & Madison Ristow; Ally and Logan Holtgrave; Josh and Connor Smith; 1 great grandson, Emery Moore; (and canine companion/best friend,) Mace. Funeral visitation will be Christ Fellowship of Indianapolis, 8902 S. Sherman, Friday 4/16 4-8 p.m. Service will be Saturday 4/17 11a.m.
Brian and Carson Holtgrave says
there was never a time i saw you without a smile on your face. you had the special gift of brightening the lives of everyone around. you will be sorely missed. our deepest condolences
Robert Smith says
R.I.P. POP WE LOVE YOU may you tell all the jokes you can in heaven save one to one of the best man to walk this earth now flying in heaven
Wynne Steve Lanham says
We wanted to express our sincere condolences to your family. I’ll always remember Bill with a smile on his face or joking around. One of my favorite memories is when he did his Forrest Gump impressions. He was a wonderful and caring man and he will be missed so much. You all are in our thoughts and prayers. Wynne and Steve Lanham
JERRYPEGGY KING says
We are so very sorry to hear of your loss,your father & Mother created such a wonderful family,what a gift to have given for all of us to share, always so warm & loving, God will enjoy his presents. I’am sure. We miss seeing you all.It is so wonderful Tony is in the ministry.May God be with you.Love Jerry & Peggy KIng
Bryant Family says
Laura and Family,
sorry to hear about your Dad. we wanted to send flowers, but thought it might be better to give to a charity in your Dad’s name. Let us know. You have our love and prayers.
The Bryants
Laura Smith says
Daddy,
You were the most selfless person I ever met. I couldn’t have asked for a better earthly father! Such an honor and blessing to have you as ’my’ Daddy!! Your body was a constant issue, yet you had such a zeal for life! I love you more than words can express and pray that I can be like you! Thank you for loving on me and teaching me how to love on others!! I love and miss you!!
Your Baby Girl,
(Your Favorite)
Laura