joyce smith
Joyce E. Cole Smith, loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, passed away Sunday, February 18, 2007 at the Weirton Medical Center in Weirton, WV. Born November 06, 1936 in Alliance, OH, she was the daughter of Barbara Hiem Miller and the late Raymond Miller, Sr. Joyce was also preceded in death by her brother, Raymond Miller, Jr.; son-in-law, Jeff Dotson; and a grandson, Tomas Smith. Joyce spent her 70 years of life helping others, both people and animals alike, in any way she could. She enjoyed and cherished every moment she had with her family at home. Joyce was a member of the First United Methodist Church of Weirton and a member of the Women of the Moose Chapter #1354 of Wellsburg. Joyce’s survivors include her former husbands, Randall Smith, Sr. and Robert Cole; her three sons, Randall Smith, Jr., Raymond Smith and his wife Lisa, and John “Ricky” Smith and his wife Becky, all of Weirton; her two daughters, Diana Lester and her husband Brian of Waynesburg, OH., and Donna Dotson of Wintersville, OH.; one daughter-in-law, Donna Keffer; 16 grandchildren, Scott & Shawn Neeley, Jill & Ryan Lester, Jeff Dotson, Nikki Long, Cody & Rachael Smith, Amanda & Brad Smith, Kenneth & Tamara Stats, Rick & Ashley & Crystal Smith, and Crystal Teagarden; 6 great-grandchildren, Taylor, Alexis, & Mackenzie Long, Cameron Lester, and Courtney & Dakota Smith. The family will receive friends Tuesday 6-8PM and Wednesday from 2-4 & 6-8PM at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home, 3219 Main Street, Weirton, where Women of the Moose Chapter #1354 will conduct a 7:30PM service Wednesday evening. Funeral services will be conducted at the Greco-Hertnick Funeral Home at 1:00PM on Thursday with Reverend Chuck Jerman presiding. Interment will be at the convenience of the family. Donations can be made in memory of Joyce to the Hancock County Animal Shelter, 715 Gas Valley Road, New Cumberland, WV 26047. Funeral Home: Greco Hertnick Funeral Home 3219 Main Street Weirton, WV US 26062

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  1. RC, Randy, Diana, Donna, Raymond, Junior and Ricky, We were saddened to hear of the passing of your beloved wife and mother. How well we know how hard it is to lose your mother. Joyce is not suffering anymore and we all know she is in a better place. May God watch over your family at this extremely hard time and give you strength. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

  2. May your many beautiful memories comfort you in your time of sorrow. Rember the special place she holds in all your hearts. Heaven is a beautiful place with no pains only happiness and from there she will look apon each one of you sending her love until you meet again . If there is anything you need please just call I will help in any way I can I am truely sorry for your loss. Jeri, Brian,and the boys

  3. WE ARE VERY SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT THE LOSS OF YOUR DEAR LOVED ONE. WE WANT TO SEND OUR CONDOLENCES AND OUR PRAYERS TO ALL THE FAMILY.

  4. Junior Donna & kids, Im so sorry to hear about Joyce passing away, just remember that she is healthy and at peace now. Our Love & Prayers are with you now and always… Jamie, Kathey ,Samantha

  5. So sorry to hear about your mom. Wish I could be there with all of you at this time. You all take care. Love, JuDeen

  6. TO : RICK AND FAMILY I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER MY PRAYER ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. SARAH AND CARL

  7. Diana & Brian: My sympathies to you both on the loss of mother and mother-in-law. You are in my thoughts and prayers. May God go with you as you walk this journey. Lucille

  8. To all of you i send my love and prayers to you at this sad time in your life.i just talked to Joyce a few days ago for some time.she was such a good person and she will be missed by all of us oh so very much. God bless and be with you all. Your Friend, Wilma Paytors.

  9. hey grandma its me i just wanted to tell you i love you and i going to miss you!!! Just done something for me Ok Watch over me please love you amanda

  10. I Loved Joyce like my second mom. My heart goes out to all of you, Wish I could be there for you all. Love Sharon & Cheriee

  11. Dianna, you & your family are in our thoughts & prayers!! Rem?? With Deepest Sympathy. Noreen & Bob Koon

  12. Diana and Brian, So sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and Prayers are with you both. Brenda Pulice

  13. To All Of Joyce’s Family – I was very, very sorry to hear of the death of Joyce. She will be missed but remembered in my heart. My sympathy goes out to her family. Carl Wilkinson

  14. I’m so sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. Donna please call me at 284-1258 or on my cell 632-1975. Again I’m so sorry. Maria

  15. Diana, Brian & family, I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers will be with you during this time of sorrow. Remember the happy, wonderful times you spent with her & celebrate her life.

  16. Dear Rick and Family, Your classmates and I are sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time.

  17. Junior, Donna, and Smith Family, Sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. She was a wonderful person inside and out. I am sure that time will heal and our prayers and thoughts are with you all. May God be with all of you in your time of need. From, Mike, Amber, Ashlee, Mikey Jr., and Kennyth.

  18. I am so so so sorry to hear of Joyce’s passing. She was a wonderful woman and got along with everyone. I hope to talk and see everyone soon…. I am sorry I couldn’t make it to the services. Love you all!

  19. Raymond & Family, Rick & Family, We are sorry to hear about the passing of your mother and grandmother. Please know that your families are in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. David, Melissa and Blade Huggins

  20. DearMomIam going to miss you soo much so please look over me till we meat agin loveyourdaught in lawDonna

  21. MOM, I LOVE YOU SO MUCH,YOU WERE MY MOM,BEST FRIEND,AND MY ROCK,I MISS YOU SO MUCH,I JUST WANT YOU BACK WITH ME SO WE CAN HAVE OUR TALKS,YOUR HUGS AND YOUR SMILEY FACE IT IS SO HARD NOT BEING ABLE TO PICK UP THE PHONE AND CALL YOU JUST TO TELL YOU I LOVE YOU SO MUCH,THIS IS A DIFFICULT TIME FOR ME PLEASE WATCH OVER ME LIKE YOU HAVE ALL OF MY LIFE. I LOVE YOU MOM DONNA

  22. hey grandma cole, Its your grandaughter amanda. just wanted to write you cause i miss you so much and i wish you was here. I have been going thought a lot. that you might know. But i know your there for me and you will help me though anything. Grandma i wish you was here now. i miss running to your house and hiding from mom and dad. and wish you was here to see the babys and my boyfriend. you would like him. but once again know you will still be there for me. well grandma i love you and please still watch out for me. i love you so much. and please help dallas though everything he is going there and kenneth need so help from you to grandma… well i love you….. your baby granddaughter amanda

  23. hey grandma cole, Its your grandaughter amanda. just wanted to write you cause i miss you so much and i wish you was here. I have been going thought a lot. that you might know. But i know your there for me and you will help me though anything. Grandma i wish you was here now. i miss running to your house and hiding from mom and dad. and wish you was here to see the babys and my boyfriend. you would like him. but once again know you will still be there for me. well grandma i love you and please still watch out for me. i love you so much. and please help dallas though everything he is going there and kenneth need so help from you to grandma… well i love you….. your baby granddaughter amanda

  24. hey grandma, well it that time of the year again…. that everything is geyying to me… i wish you was here with me to help me with everything… i miss you so much and i love you…. grandma as you can see i have the twins in october… dallas will be 4 the 20th of this month. Erica will be 3 in october 17th… the twins will be 1 october 6… and i will be 22 in october…. if you cant tell everything is in october… and im having alot of problems. and i need alot of help and this is the other way it will help…. but i will write tommorrow and tell you everthing.. i love you and good night


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