Roy Dale Smith III, 17, of Elkton, died Friday morning, Nov. 7, 2008, as a result of an automobile accident.

Roy was born Oct. 18, 1991, in Harrisonburg, and was the son of Roy Dale Smith Jr. and Crystal Smith, both of Elkton.

Roy attended Spotswood High School, where he was a junior and was employed at Wal-Mart in Dayton. He was an active volunteer with McGaheysville Volunteer Fire Company and Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Company over the last year. He was a member of the Spotswood FFA and enjoyed fishing with his buddy, Ruth Jarrells. Roy continued his desire to help others through organ donations.

In addition to his parents, he is survived by a sister, Taelor M. Smith; paternal grandmother, Anna Stillwell of Shenandoah; maternal grandparents, Calvin C. and Sarah J. Samuels of Elkton; six aunts, Jennifer Samuels, Sarah Stroupe, Anita Taylor, Sharon Hodgens, Barbara Smith and Missy Jenkins; four uncles, Gary "Red" Taylor, Steve Stroupe, Zack Hodgens and Donnie Jenkins; a great aunt, Darlene A. Morris; godmother, Stacey A. Lotts, and numerous cousins. He was preceded in death by his paternal grandfather, Roy D. Smith Sr., and his favorite aunt, Shirley Triggs.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 11, 2008, at the Kyger Funeral Home Chapel in Elkton with the Rev. Carter Dean and the Rev. Clyde Plum officiating. Burial will follow in the Elk Run Cemetery in Elkton.

The family will receive friends from 6-9 p.m. Monday at the Kyger Funeral Home in Elkton.

Memorial contributions may be made to the McGaheysville Volunteer Fire Company, 80 Stover Drive, McGaheysville, VA 22840, Shenandoah Volunteer Fire Company, 201 Pennsylvania Ave, Shenandoah, VA 22849 and Mid Atlantic Burn Camp, 5430 Harris Farm Lane, Clarksville, MD 21029.

Online condolences may be made to the Smith family at www.kygers.com or www.mvfd80.org

	1. 10-11-2008 07:29
	I just wanted to let you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers. I cannot begin to imagine what your family is going through. From everything that I have read about Roy, I cant see where you could be any more proud of him. He was truly a good kid.

Lisa (Via) Ott

	2. 10-11-2008 07:42
	If you look up in the sky at night, there will be a new star. It will be a little brighter than the rest, if you watch it you may even see it wink.     Little Roy memory will always be a shining star in many lives. Remember his life, his hopes, his dreams, his love for you & let the thoughts from the years we had him comfort you.     I can't even imagine the pain you feel now but, Little Roy would not want you to be sad forever, time will come when thinking him will bring more smiles than tears.    You all are a very special family & will be able to take comfort in each other. We love all of you & bless the day your family came into our lives.    Love & Prayers,  Mark, Karen & family

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	3. 10-11-2008 07:43
	Dear Smith Family Members   My deepest sympathy goes out to your family. As a once active firefighter I am well aware of the dangers we face everyday serving our community and friends. Take comfort in the fact that your Son was dedicated to helping others and paid the supreme sacrifice fulfilling his dedication. Sincerely my thoughts and prayers go out to you in this difficult time.

Theresa Embree President Hose

	4. 10-11-2008 08:15
	I was Roy's counselor at McGaheysville Elem.  and I remember him well. My prayers are for your family and know that his memory is with many people from the present and the past.

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	5. 10-11-2008 08:40
	Crystal I know there's nothing I can say right now to give you whatyou need. Chebley and I just wanted to let you know we're praying for you and that our family is in our thoughts

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	6. 10-11-2008 09:36
	Roy and Crystal   There are no words to help ease your pain, I cannot imagine what you are going through right now just know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and that I'm truly sorry for the loss of your son.

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	7. 10-11-2008 09:42
	My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family. I met Roy III only once and he was certainly a gentleman. Roy and Crystal, be very proud of him and keep him in your heart always. Semper Fi!

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	8. 10-11-2008 12:13
	Crystal,  Our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family. We are keeping you in our prayers and thoughts. Roy was a great kid and I know he will be missed by many. He was a gread addition to the McGaheysville Vol. Fire Dept and will be missed there as well.

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	9. 10-11-2008 12:23
	Dear Crystal & Roy,  I want you to know our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We just can\'t image what you are going through. What we have read and seen he touch alot of lives. He was a very special person. I know you are proud of Roy. Nothing will ease you pain, let your family and friends help you.   Love & Prayers, James & Shirley

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	10. 10-11-2008 12:36
	Our Hearts and Prayers go out to you. I worked at Noahs Little Ark, when Roy attended Preschool there. He was always such a sweet and loving child. It seems that he grew to be an amazing young man. I know your hearts are broken but I pray you will find comfort in the arms of our heavenly father.

Monica and Rodney Hensley