Harry Smith Obituary

I am Sorry for the Familys Loss. I Loved Mr. Smith, He was my high school ROTC teacher. he was my favorite teacher of all time. He taught me so much and has such great respect for his students. He always gave us the benefit of the doubt. He was also the nicest teacher I had ever had. He was a great man, and I was sad to learn of his passing.

To the family and friends of Harry Smith -

Sgt. Smith, as all of us in GCHS's JROTC program knew him, was a source of profound inspiration through his kindness, wisdom and integrity. It was with great sadness that I received the news of his passing, yet for me it brought to life a flood of fond memories. I can say with certainty that he personally made an impact on my life, and I am forever grateful.

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

With kindest sympathies,
Richard Moon, Lt Col, USAF (Ret.)
GCHS Class of '83

I had the pleasure of having Sargent Smith as an instructor in JROTC back in the early 80's. I considered hom an extremely insightful man as well as a just overall nice person. I only wish that I had listened to him when I had the chance. I wish all of you in his family well and pray that you your hearts will eventually heal. Sergent Smith will be missed by all who have had the great forune to meet him.

To the family of First Sergeant Smith, I just learned of the passing of the first sergeant and my thoughts and prayers go out to you. First sergeant smith had such a tremendous impact on my life instilling the values of duty honor and country and made me become the man I am today. His selfless service to his country and then to the students he taught is the reason he was my hero throughtout my life. He was like a father to us all and a friend always there when we needed him and the world has lost one of their greatest hero's.

my heart goes out to the smith's family. i has never in JROTC at gchs but i was apart of the family that was, i know the Sgt. well. he always had a smile for when someone needed it or a 'loving' hug. He will forever be "grangpa" to me........

To the Smith Family,

It is with a heavy heart to hear this news and it is my wish that God's love be with you and all your family. He was and still is affectionately known as Sgt. Smith, he was a caring and friendly person and this world will be be a lesser place without him. He helped instill values into the lives of so many young people, a trait not found so often today. After four years of knowing him, I salute him and know he will forever be with the angels.

C/O 1984

Smith family,

I was deeply saddened to hear of First Sergeant Smith passing. My time under his instruction in JROTC at Goose Creek High will forever be cherished memories.
Sergeant Smith was an incredible instructor filled stories from past experience.
These life lessons were shared with us on many occasions, think we all have a special
place in our heart for them. My heart goes out to your family.

David Laxton

I was in JROTC for all 3 of my years at GCHS (Class of 86) and Harry was always the most kind and thoughtful teacher I had. I have very fond memories of him and now there is now a little less light in the world.

His service to our country in multiple wars and to the students of GCHS for all of those years will never be forgotten as long as even one of his students still live.

Marc,

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

ina ,i am so sorry that papa died we all miss him a lot


love, madison altman /granddauter

I did 4 years of jrotc(81-85) and was proud to have first sgt smith as my instructor my sophomore year!! He has done so much for me and this country!!! His family and friends should be proud of all he has accomplished!!!!

Mrs. Ina,
You are in our thoughts and prayers. May the love of God and friends help you through your grief.

Chelsea,Heather, and Cassandra
Howe Hall AIMS

Your family is in our prayers in your time of need.

The Hazlett family
Mylessa Hazlett Henagan C/O 1984
Randall Hazlett C/O 1986
Chris Hazlett C/O 1992

I am so sorry to hear of his passing. We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow. He was such an influence on so many kids and I was one. I remember all of the stories he used to tell and all of the advice he would give us. He was the quiet instructor, always manning the JROTC window for us to get our goodies ( and much needed funds to take care of us!)and all of the good times we all shared.

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Smith Family....

Gary K Riffle Jr... GCHS C/O 86

Ina,
So sorry. Thinking of you and sending much love and sympathy to you and the children.

Jennifer and Mrs. Smith,
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Please let me know if there is anything I can do.

Much love,
Heather Parrott & family
Jessie's sister

I want to thank everyone for the kind words and thoughfulness. I'm sure everyone has lost someone in their lives but this was the first time for me and our family. Thanks again for taking the time to write such comforting words.

Marc and family,

My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

Ina and Family,
I love all of you - am thinking of you and praying for you daily.
Marilyn Belotti

I send you prays at this time of loss. I remember him well I had two years of ROTC at GCHS. God bless you all. Hold comfort that Harry walks with Jesus.

Keith, Call me I am here. Thanks for you thoughts!!!!!!!!!

553-4312

Jeff

Ina,
I am so very sorry about Mr. Smith. Please know you hold a special place in my heart and I know that nothing can replace the memories that you hold dear. I know that he loved his family and will always be near to those who loved him. I will always remember when he worked with dad when he was at Goose Creek High. If you need anything please let me know. You and your family are in my prayers.
Love,
Diane Calvert Compton

I have many memories from High School of Ft Sgt Smith but I remember his warm smile the most of all. He will be sorely missed. May Heavenly Father's loving arms be around you in this time of trial.

Marc & Family,

On behalf of the GCHS Class of 1983, please know that you and your family are in all of our thoughts and prayers. Your father was an awesome man. He touched and inspired the lives of many young men and women at GCHS. Please know that we love you and your family. Heavenly Father has his loving arms around each of you and will help you through this difficult time. Please know that your father left his mark at GCHS. I know for a fact that he was well respected.

We are all here for you and sending many thoughts and prayers your way!

God Bless You!!!

The Class of 1983
Goose Creek High School

Dear Smith family,
We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that you all are in our hearts and prayers during this difficult time. God bless.

Keith & Melanie,
Allen Bonow, Maegan Bonow

Thank you Harry for being such an inspiration to me. God bless your family and may he keep you all in his care.

Ms.ina, Jennifer my thoughts and prayers are with you ! God Bless
Mary Doxsie Howe Hall Aims

Mrs. Becker,

We are so sorry to hear of the loss of your father. We will be holding you close to our hearts and in our prayers always!

During this time remember the words the Lord spoke to Aaron:
The Lord Bless you and keep you,
The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you,
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace.

Hurshel says to send you a BIG hug from him and to tell you that he misses you!!

The Tanner's
Hurshel, Sr., Kirstin, Hurshel, Jr., & Ellie

Ms. Ina, my deepest sympathy to you and your family.

Milita Johnson, Howe Hall AIMS

Ms. Ina, Jennifer, Madison, and James;
Please accept my family's sympathy on the loss of Mr. Smith. You are all a valuable part of the AIMS family and our thoughts and prayers will be with you and the rest of your family.
Katie Lopez & Alexander Williams