Dear Smith family, my husband and I send our deepest sympathy. Joe and his siblings grew up two doors from our house, and we spent many childhood hours together, playing mostly outside and enjoying all the simple pleasures of growing up in the 1940s and 50s. Joe was always one of the best. The attributes of character written about in the obituary were evident when he was very young. I pray for comfort and strength as you adjust and go on.

Carol, may God give you and your family strength in this difficult time of loss. My prayers are with you. Cherish you memories and let them keep you strong. He led a very blessed life.

Mrs. Smith and family,

Please accept my sincere condolences on the loss of Dr. Smith. I was very sad to hear of his passing, yet content in knowing that he lived a very full life and that he made a positive impact on so many people, including me. I am forever grateful for his mentorship and guidance throughout my graduate studies. In fact, it was an impromptu, unscheduled meeting with Dr. Smith that kept me from dropping out of the program my first semester. Thus, I have always felt a bit indebted to him. He was a wonderful man, and he will certainly be missed, but his legacy will remain.

Carol and family, so very sorry for your loss. My heart and prayers for your healing.

We are so sad and will never forget Uncle Cousin Joe.  You guys stay strong.  We will always be thinking of you all.  Love.....Lisa, Ted, Ricky, Stevey, and Johnny.

Carol and family Thinking about you and your family today .Our deepest condolences .love ken and Verna and family

Carol, what a wonderful tribute to Joe and chronicle of your life together. Joe certainly lived, loved and left a legacy. I will be thinking about you and your family and praying that the Lord gives you all a sense of peace that Joe is finally home and not in pain anymore. Love you! Anne and Jim Tindell

Scott and Jana, Shannon and Jerry, Chad and Mandy, and my dear friend Carol, Words cant begin to tell all of you what Joe meant to me. Top shelf stuff!! Fantastic Husband, Father, Grandfather, and friend! Joe was a life changing friend to me. He will be missed, but will live forever in my heart. May God comfort you with warmth and happiness that Joe is now with the lord in heaven. I love you ALL and have my deepest sympathy for your loss. Proud to have had Joe as my friend.

Mrs. Smith & Family,
Please accept our our deepest condolences and know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and family.  Dr. Smith had a large impact on not only me but also many others who studied under him.  I have great memories of classes, pick up basketball, his dry sense of humor, and much much more. For all he did for me, "Thanks" was never enough.  He was a special person and family who we'll never forget.  Paul Reneau, Julie, Kirsten, Rachael & Sarah.

Dr. Smith was more than a professor. He was a mentor for life, and I was so blessed to have him in my life. My time at Alabama was that much better because of and due to him and I am so sorry to hear of his passing. Though I didn't get to know his family I know that he was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. My prayer goes out to you. Bill Evans jr, M.A. 1993

Carol, Scott, Shannon, Chad, and the rest of the family,  You are deep in our hearts and thoughts tonight.  Joe touched many lives in the community and at the university, standing tall in spirit and influence as well as in person.  He will truly be missed.  

Marilyn and Charles Leathers


Thinking about you and prayers are with all of you. He was a very special man and I know how hard it is to loose someone this close to the holidays.  God bless all of you and take care.

Lynn O'Neal

Shannon,
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Remeber, I am here for whatever you need.  Love You,

Carol, my prayers go up for you and the rest of the family at this time.

Carol and Family,

   JoAnn and I express our deepest sympathy. We always were greeted with a genuine sweet smile when talking to Joe. I, Baxter, was honored to serve as a Deacon and Choir Member with Joe for many years. Joe was very dedicated as a Deacon and Choir Member. 

   We pray that our Lord will give all of you strength to endure your tremendous loss.

   May our Lord bless you and yours real good.

            Love,

            Baxter and JoAnn Jones

Carol, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this sad time in your life. May God wrap his arms around you tight. 
Joe didn't know me well but he had a big smile and hello for me on the Sunday's he attended Sunday school. We were always in the hall at the same time. You would never know anything was bothering him b/c he was always smiling. 
Love you much, Debbie Jones

Mrs. Smith and Family:
We send our deepest condolences. What fond memories we have of Dr. Smith, his clearly professed faith and the investment he made in so many. Such a very special person and very special family. 
Thoughts and prayers - Matt Green, Staci, Summer & Case

Carol and family.
Your loss is Heavens Gain. Joe was a wonderful person inside and out and he will truly be missed. We all send our love and support. God give you strength to get thru the days ahead.

Loved this man! Carol you were truly blessed with a great husband. Not everyone experiences what you guys had. You both are such servants!!! Love YOU!

Carol, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Scot, Shannon, Chad, and the rest of the family in this time of loss and grief.

Sincerely,
Jerry and Brenda Weaver

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Joe Smith

Né(e) 12 MAI 1942

Heritage Chapel Funeral Home

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