David Bradley Smith
September 18, 1970 - April 10, 2017
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David Bradley Smith
September 18, 1970 - April 10, 2017
Obituary
David bradley smith, 46, passed away on april 10, 2017, after a long and courageous battle with cancer.
He was preceded in death by his sister, cynthia brodell.
He is survived by his parents, dr. James t. Smith and mrs. Patricia c. Smith of charleston; his aunt, linda linn of lenexa kansas, as well as his nephews, alexander and ethan brodell of northbrook, illinois.
He was a graduate of george washington high school. After attending wvu, he received a degree in food and beverage administration from the culinary institute of america in hyde park, new york. Following graduation, he first worked at the greenbrier, and then as food and beverage manager at the boca bay club in boca grande, florida. Subsequently, he served as club manager at residential developments, first at the lake of the ozarks in missouri, and then at keswick hall in charlottesville, virginia. After his return to charleston, he held managerial positions at the tidewater grill, and at the block.
He was a kind and loving man, with a passion for life, and always placed the needs of others before his own. His personal passions included food, wine, travel and music. His idea of a good day was riding through the mountains with the windows down and the music turned up, followed by a stop to try a new restaurant along the way. He shall be greatly missed by his family, as well as his many friends, both within and without the restaurant community.
Memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.M. Saturday, april 15, 2017 at barlow bonsall funeral home, charleston, wv with the rev. Alan kim webster officiating. Burial will be held at a later date in kansas city, mo.
The family will receive family and friends from 6:00 to 8:00 p.M., friday, april 14, 2017 at barlow bonsall funeral home, charleston, wv
in lieu of flowers the family request donations made to: kanawha hospice care, 1606 kanawha blvd, west, charleston, wv 25387.
You may send condolences to the family at: www.Barlowbonsall.Com
barlow bonsall funeral home has been entrusted to handle the arrangements.
6 responses to David Bradley Smith
Brian Wilson says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Omaha Nebraska
Dr. & Mrs. Smith,
I Cannot Begin To Express My Sorrow For You And Your Family – I Played With Both David And Cindy When I Was A Child And Thought So Highly Of Both! I Am Angry And Do Not Understand – You Have Suffered Too Much! Mrs. Smith And You Are In My Prayers And I Am So Very Sorry – David Was An Amazing Human Being And His Smile And Personality Made The Room Light Up!
Sincerely,
Brian Wilson
Gwhs 1986
Patty Ballenger Perkins says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: St. Petersburg Florida
My Memories Of David Are Of Such A Kind And Loyal Friend. We Were In River School Together And Then At Gw. I Am So Sorry To Hear Of His Passing.
There Was A Kindness In David That You Didn’T Find In Many Others. He Will Be Remembered And Missed By So Many Of Us Who Had The Pleasure And Privilege Of Knowing Him And Spending Time With Him. What A Kind Soul He Was. He Was A True Friend, Whenever You Needed One, You Could Count On David.
Lee Hill says:
August 10, 2021
Location: West Virginia
Jim, I Am So Sorry To Hear About David, My Daughter Carrie Was Particularly Fond Of Him.
He Always Had A Great Smile When We Saw Him At The Block. I Know That Mere Words Cannot Be Of Great Benefit To You At This Time, But I Also Know A Lot Of People Are Pulling For You.
Beth Moore says:
August 10, 2021
Location: Alabama
My Heart And Deepest Sympathies To You And Your Family During This Difficult Time. I Know The Heartbreak And Pain Of Losing A Loved One In Death So I Wanted To Take A Moment To Share An Encouraging Scripture That Gives Me Much Hope. 1 Corinthians 15:26 “And The Last Enemy, Death, Is To Be Brought To Nothing.” When We Lose Someone In Death Our Heavenly Father Sees The Pain We Feel And He Promises To Very Soon Do Away With This Wicked Enemy Of Ours Once And For All. And Then He Promises The Most Beautiful Hope, To Bring Back To Life All Our Dear Loved Ones And To Reunite Them With Us Again! What A Beautiful Promise Of Comfort And Hope And How We Long For That Truly Special Day So Close At Hand.
Michael Wilkinson says:
August 10, 2021
Relationship: Friend
Location: Nags Head North Carolina
Memories Of David Are Thick Like Molasses. I Have Known Him Since All The Way Back To The River School. We Spent A Great Amount Of Time Together As Young Men But Grew Apart Over The Years. However, My Mind Would Still Wonder To Times Spent Together. He Had A Kind Spirit And Was A True Friend. My Condolences On Is Passing.