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ITHACA – Leroy Smiley Sr., age 64, of Ithaca, went home to glory and to united with loved-ones on February 23, 2007 unexpectedly. He was born August 6, 1941 in Daphne, AL, the son of the late Millie and Commie Smiley Sr. Prior to his illness, he retired from Seal Right Inc. of Fulton after 25 years of service. Mr. Smiley leaves behind to mourn his passing two daughters, Theresa Watson and Samantha Grover; three sons, Leroy Smiley Jr., Vernell Smiley, and Charles Smiley; two brothers, Aaron Smiley and Commie C. Smiley Jr.; four sisters, Betty Barron, Odester Ellerbee, Leler Steward, and Millie Smiley; an uncle, George (Erma) Smiley; an aunt, Estelle Benson; five grandchildren. He is predeceased by two sisters, Roxie Smiley and Julia Collins; one brother, John Smiley, who went home to glory on January 19, 2007. He also leaves behind to mourn, five special friends, Mike and Patty, Frenchie, Johnnie, Muff and a very special friend, Wanda Watkins.
The family would like to express their deepest appreciation, love, and thanks for all the support and concern expressed by everyone for our loved-one. In addition, a special thank you to the staff at Cayuga Medical center and Ithaca Housing Authority. The family will receive friends on Thursday (March 1, 2007) from 6-8 p.m. at the Herson Funeral Home, Ithaca. Funeral Services will be held on Friday, March 2, 2007 at 11:00 a.m. at Calvary Baptist Church. 507 N. Albany Street, Ithaca. Burial will be in the spring in Frear Memorial Park. If desired, memorials may be made to Calvary Baptist Church.
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