Virginia and Joan

I will always remember Mike from school at Bethany. We were always good friends. I will miss seeing him at Kroger's. He was a truly wonderful man. Rest in peace old buddy.

I was so very shocked to hear of Michael's passing. Will always remember him from Bethany. Going to school with him and his sister Virginia all through till graduation. He will be missed by all that knew him.

Michael and I worked together at the Big Chimney detachment where his State Police career started. Trooper Smith was liked well by the public and he was very empathetic and sympathetic to those he encountered. He was a sincere and dedicated public servant. He dearly loved his family and will be missed by all. My sincere condolences to his family, friends, and loved ones.

John Gainer
Senior Inspector, Retired
U. S. Marshals Service

10-7, Your tour of duty is over, rest in peace my friend. Prayers to the family.

"The Final Inspection"

The policeman stood and faced his God,
Which must always come to pass.
He hoped his shoes were shining.
Just as brightly as his brass.

"Step forward now, policeman.
How shall I deal with you?
Have you always turned the other cheek?
To My church have you been true?"

The policeman squared his shoulders and said,
"No, Lord, I guess I ain't,
Because those of us who carry badges
can't always be a saint.

I've had to work most Sundays,
and at times my talk was rough,
and sometimes I've been violent,
Because the streets are awfully tough.

But I never took a penny,
That wasn't mine to keep....
Though I worked a lot of overtime
When the bills got just too steep.

And I never passed a cry for help,
Though at times I shook with fear.
And sometimes, God forgive me,
I've wept unmanly tears.

I know I don't deserve a place
Among the people here.
They never wanted me around
Except to calm their fear.

If you've a place for me here,
Lord, It needn't be so grand.
I never expected or had too much,
But if you don't.....I'll understand.

There was silence all around the throne
Where the saints had often trod.
As the policeman waited quietly,
For the judgment of his God.

"Step forward now, policeman,
You've borne your burdens well.
Come walk a beat on Heaven's streets,
You've done your time in he//“

It was honor Trooper Smith.

I am so very sorry to hear of Mike's passing. Having grown up in Bethany, I remember Mike and his family well. May the family find their strength and comfort in our Lord Jesus. Thoughts and prayers

I am saddened by Michael’s passing. Have loved the Smith and Nicholson families for many years. Sending prayers and thoughts to the entire family. Will always hold the memories of Michael in my heart. He was such a gentleman!

I am so sorry for your loss. I remember Mike when he came through Moundsville and stopped at the Moundsville Detachment to get gas in his cruiser before heading back to Charleston for the week. May he rest in peace.

Shirley Lawson

May the love of God surround you and your family during this difficult time,
May you come to know that the love of God is with you always,

May your memories of Michael Smith, give you peace, comfort and strength…

Rest now in the arms of our Lord your mission on earth is complete.
I thank you for your service to our Country and my Freedom. You will not be forgotten.
My thoughts
and prayers to the family of ….

US Air Force/ WV State Police Veteran, Cpl. Michael Smith, is “A True American Hero” God Bless†

† Greater love hath no man than this, that a man lay down his life for his friends. John 15:13 †

I'm sorry for your loss may you find comfort in Jehovah's promise at John 5:28,29, for more info JW.org.