Patsy Ruth Smith, 87, of Beckley, went to be with the Lord on November 12, 2020 at Bowers Hospice House. Born on June 28, 1933 in Beckley, she was the daughter of the late Hubert J. Herron and Willie E. Herron.
In addition to her parents, Hubert and Willie Herron, she was preceded in death by her infant son, David; daughter, Vivian; and two sisters, Ruby and Nellie.
Those left to cherish her memory are her sons, Joe Smith and wife, Brenda of Arnett, and Robert Smith of Crossville, TN; daughter, Carol Cook and husband, Monroe of Eccles; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.
She loved many in her life, but above all else she loved the Lord and talked many times of going home. She would witness about His love to anyone who would listen.
A graveside service will be held at 1:00 pm, Monday, November 16, 2020 in the Garden of Pines of Blue Ridge Memorial Gardens with Pastor Virgil Herron officiating. Honoring her as pallbearers will be her family.
In accordance with the current CDC guidelines, the family and the staff of Blue Ridge Funeral Home ask that those who attend the services wear proper facial coverings and practice social distancing at all times.
For those who wish, memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Southern West Virginia – Bowers Hospice House, 454 Cranberry Dr., Beckley, WV 25801.
Online condolences may be made to the family at www.blueridgefuneralhome.com.
