Mr. Wendell Wilkerson "Jimbo" Smith
12/08/1940 - 12/05/2024
Mr. Wendell Wilkerson “Jimbo” Smith, age 83, of La Crosse, died on Thursday December 5, 2024 in his home, surrounded by his family. Mr. Smith was the long time owner and operator of Smith propane and a Smith’s grocery in La Crosse. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Rachel Upton Smith of La Crosse; his four daughters: Diane Layne and her husband Billy of La Crosse, Rochelle Smith of La Crosse, Patricia Smith Quinn and her husband Jon of La Crosse and Amanda Smith Sasser and her husband Gary of La Crosse; his five grandchildren: Jonathan Layne and his wife Lindsey, Matthew Layne, Sydney Clark and her husband Corey, Carrington Sasser and Maddox Sasser; his three great-grandchildren: Alex Layne, Owen Layne and Bradley Layne and his three siblings: Douglas Smith and his wife Lois of South Hill, Naomi Andrews of Baskerville and Willie Bob Smith, Jr. and his wife Edwina of South Hill. A funeral service will be conducted on Sunday December 8th at 2:00 P.M. in New Hope Baptist Church in South Hill with interment to follow in La Crosse Cemetery. The family will receive friends on Saturday evening from 6:00 until 8:00 in Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory. Online condolences may be made through our website, www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Smith family.
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Sorry to hear of your loss. He was a good man with a beautiful smile 😍. GOD has gained another angel.
Our Thoughts and prayers are with your beautiful family. Jimbo was a very rare and special kind of man. We loved him and your whole family. My God give you peace in knowing that Jimbo is on the streets of gold walking with Jesus and loved ones, in a great reunion with the Lord.
Prayers for all. Always a nice man.
Our Thoughts and Prayers to the entire Family
David and I are sending our heartfelt condolences to the entire Smith Family. We only met Mr. Smith one time, but knowing 2 of his family members; we knew the parents had to be great people. Please reach out if you ever need anything.
Sincere condolences
Diane, my sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your entire family. Prayers of comfort, strength, sweet peace and love during your time of sorrow. 💔🙏🏾❤
Rest easy, Mr. Smith❣🌈
My thoughts & prayers go out to all the
Family. I know he is already missed
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So sorry to hear about your loss, condolences to you and your family. He will be missed by all.
In Your Time of Loss
Sister Rachel, Diane, Rochelle, Patricia, Amanda and all family members, We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your Husband, Father, Grandfather and Brother. Know that during your time of loss, each and every one of you are in our thoughts. We are praying God will grant you peace, love and comfort now and in the coming days. Never forget God sees our tears and He never leaves us. Love to each and every one of you.
We are so sorry for your loss
We will miss seeing them at church
What a very sweet man and such a very caring husband to his sweet wife God rest his soul
My condolences to the Smith family.
My condolences
My condolences to the Smith family.
I’m so sorry to hear this about this great man. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Sorry to hear this praying for comfort and strength during this time and days to follow for family and friends Hugs to all God Bless
To all of Jimbo’s family,sending you hugs and praying for strength and peace..Jimbo was one of the most humble people we’ve ever met..He is definitely one of God’s Angels…
So sorry to hear Mr. Jimbo passed. My heart goes out to his wife and family. Wishing you peace and comfort.
To this entire family I send my condolences for your loss…Jimbo was one of the finest gentlemen I’ve ever met…a smile and kind word for every person he met…Heaven has gained another beautiful soul 🙏Rest in Paradise sweet man 🌈💓
Condolences
So very sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. We know it is difficult for you all. Let us know if you need anything.
I offer my deepest sympathy for the loss of such a great family man, always helpful, smiling , open and caring. Please be comforted knowing his legacy is transferred and keeps growing in your wonderful family . Bless you all in these very difficult moments.
Heartfelt Condolences
My heartfelt condolences go out to Diane Layne, one of our esteemed instructors at SVCC, as well as to the extended family and close friends of Mr. Wendell Wilkerson “Jimbo” Smith. May you find comfort and peace during this difficult time. God bless.
Love to Family
His sense of humor and great smile will be remembered. He has great company with loved ones.