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Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home & Crematory
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Constance Nicholson Smiley
09/30/1948 - 06/20/2026
Constance Leigh Nicholson Smiley, 77 of LaCrosse, passed away June 20, 2026. She was the daughter of the late Robert and Edith Nicholson and also predeceased by her sister Kaye Nicholson Staley. Connie is survived by her husband of 55 years, Leo Smiley; sons, Chad Smiley (Tammy) of Colonial Heights and Ryan Smiley (Jaime) of Midlothian; sister, Kim Crocker of Flower Mound, TX; grandchildren, Chase, Tyler, Anna, Danielle, Tucker and Chris; great-grandchildren, Sawyer, Camille and Warner; along with many other relatives and friends. She was a beloved mother and will be remembered for her many attributes, including being an Excellent Cook. Additionally, she was a member of New Hope Baptist Church. A Graveside service will be held Wednesday, July 1, 2026 at 11:00 AM in Oakwood Cemetery, with Pastor Dan Jarrell officiating. In lieu of flowers please make donations to New Hope Baptist Church. Online condolences may be made at www.crowderhitecrews.com. Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home and Crematory is serving the Smiley family.
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About Us
At Crowder-Hite-Crews we’ve always been proud to say that we are large enough to serve and small enough to care. When you choose us, we consider this a sacred trust between your family and ours. We offer a full range of funeral service, whether for a traditional funeral or cremation, and we are able to assist families worldwide. In February of 2004 we installed a crematorium to better serve our cremation families. We now do all cremations in our facility, saving transport to another location for this service. Please feel free to contact us if you have any questions about the cremation process.
Family owned and operated since 1972.
Situated on a 3-acre pastoral setting.
1st Place in Reader’s Choice for Funeral Service (17 years running).
Staff members are active in many civic organizations in the area, including Lions, Rotary, Moose Lodge, Masons, Ruritan, and Chamber of Commerce.
Owners are former Presidents of the Virginia Funeral Directors Association and Southside Funeral Directors Association.
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Crowder-Hite-Crews Funeral Home & Crematory
PO Box 422
1504 N. Mecklenburg Ave.
South Hill, VA 23970
Local (434) 447-7171
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Leo and family, so sorry to learn of Connie’s passing. Lots of fun memories! Thoughts and prayers to all of you.
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Leo, so sorry to hear of Connie’s passing. I remember her at so many MATES Christmas parties and other National Guard functions. Wade always thought so much of you both. My thoughts and prayers are lifted up for you and your family at this time……Sharon
Frank and I our so sorry about Connie she was a sweet lady inside and out.Prayers our with you Leo,and boys & family
Kathyj4christ@msn.com
Frank and I our so sorry about Connie ,Sweet lady inside and out ,your family prayers
Alton L Dalton
My deepest condolences to Leo & family, prayers extended to all, God Bless
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Leo, I am so sorry to hear that you lost Connie …My deepest condolences …Heaven’s gate was certainly swung wide open with Angels waiting to escort Connie into her Eternal Home to live with Jesus to watch over her whole, safe, and beautiful 😇Love to you and your family as you carry on missing her but treasuring every good memory of your lives together 🙏❤️🙏
Tom and I are very sorry to hear of Connie’s passing. Love and Prayers to all. Heaven just got alittle brighter🙏🏻❤️
Ms Connie was besutuful inside and out prayers and hugs to the family
John Arthur
So sorry to hear about Connie. Such a good woman and mother. Our prayers are with Leo, the Boys, and extended family. Rest in peace!