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Geronica Smith


Sunrise: October 24, 1950

Sunset: May 22, 2021

MR GERONICA (RONNIE GEE) SMITH of Lasser Drive, Norfolk, VA departed his life on May 22, 2021. He was born on October 24, 1950, in Norfolk, VA to the late Henry Lawrence Smith and Florence Brown Smith. He was preceded in death by his brother Carnell Smith.

During his youth, Ronnie played baseball for many years with the Cavaliers baseball team. He loved fishing and could often be seen on a pier or a boat. He loved to dance and many times you would see him hand dancing with his sisters. He also liked to cook, and his signature meal was pepper steak. He had a flair for style, and you would always note his attire. That man could dress!

He worked for many years at Smithfield Packing Company as a supervisor. His last occupation was a supervisor for a SAIC warehouse. He received many certificates of achievement.

Ronnie leaves to cherish one son, Tariq G. Smith, of Norfolk, one daughter Giovania V. Brown (Desmond) of Georgia, three sisters Linda Greene of Norfolk, Dr. Marie B. Quick (Wayne) of Maryland, Roslyn Smith Foreman of Chesapeake, one granddaughter, Annaya Smith, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Viewing Monday, May 31, 2021 10:00am - 2:00pm Metropolitan Funeral Service 7246 Granby Street Norfolk, VA 23505 Service WATCH SERVICE LIVE ONLINE Tuesday, June 1, 2021 11:00am Metropolitan Funeral Service Granby Chapel Interment Woodlawn Memorial Gardens 6329 E Virginia Beach Boulevard Norfolk, VA 23502 The family is following the CDC and State of Virginia guidelines for funeral attendance.

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    Yvette Rice Steward says

    My brother, my friend
    What awesome memories you have given us all.
    My prayers and condolences to his two awesome sisters Yvonne and Roz always having his back.
    To Gee family
    Now you can dance with your family again
    ❀ Mr. Bacon Man😘

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    Marion Daniels says

    My sincerest condolences to the Smith Family. β€œG” was the β€œG” in β€œOG.” He was quite the handsome dresser back in the day. He was a hell-of-a football player. My brother, Melvin, used to say that β€œG” would run the football sideways. Said he has never seen anyone else do that in his life. β€œG” was a proud, strong man with a very nice personality. He will forever be missed. Rest easy my friend.

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    Pat Vann Crawford says

    Sending love and prayers to the family and all loved ones. I’m sorry for your loss but be comforted in knowing that God has blessed you with another Angel to watch over you.

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    Marian Johnson says

    SENDING PRAYERS TO THE FAMILY OF ONE OF MY BEST MALE FRIENDS GEE. YOU WILL BE MISSED MY FRIEND & THERE IS NOTHING BUT GOOD MEMORIES OF YOU & OUT TIME TOGETHER, YOU WERE A GOOD MAN FRIEND BROTHER FATHER , GRANDDAD UNCLE ETC & LOVED BY MANY. YOUR WORK HERE IS DONE NOW YOU GET TO BE WITH THE HEAVENLY KING, YOUR MOM, DAD & MEME. RIP MY FRIEND LOVE ALWAYS & FOREVER πŸ™πŸ™β™₯️β™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ™

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    Erica Newton Morrison says

    Our deepest sympathy and condolences remember Earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot heal we will dearly miss our friend and are neighbor Geronica to Roslyn Yvonne and all the Smith family you are in our prayers and we are here to love and support you God bless you and continue to look to the hills from which cometh your help your help cometh from the Lord God bless each of you the Newton familyβ€οΈπŸ™πŸ½β€οΈ

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    Ansell V Hollowell says

    We mourn the passing of a friend and neighbor, who we grew up with and shared life. We will miss
    “G” and we pray for his family and friends who knew him. May all be at peace.

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    Lou A Rascoe Suggs says

    My sister called to share with me the passing of our friend. I paused for a moment to think of the good times we had growing up. Those were the best days of our lives. None of us knew then, just how fast time flies. My last time speaking with him was October 2016, we reminisced about the “Good Ole Days”. He will be missed ..in my heart always. All my love and prayers to The Family of Geronica Smith “G” .

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    Shirley Nixon says

    I will rise. Though I sit in darkness, the LORD will be my light.
    Micah 7:8

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    Saundra L. Bethea-Pegues says

    My sincere and heartfelt condolences to the Smith family. Praying that God will comfort, strengthen and give them peace. Sending them my love and hugs. Gee was a really cool guy, soft spoken but strong, always matching, neat in attire and just an absolute joy to be around. He will truly be missed but to be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord. Rest in paradise my friend.

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      Shelia Johnson says

      My heartfelt condolences to Gee’s family, in this time of loss. Though I’ve only known Gee a few years, he made them some of the best years through our many long nights in search of fish! He, my sister Jennetta (Natte), and myself, were out there all night, on many nights, wherever there were fish to be found. I will cherish those times, Always. Rest well “Fishing Buddy”. πŸ™πŸ½

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    Alonzo (looney) & Jill Mcglone says

    To My Sisters,
    Evon & Ros, you have my deepest sympathy.
    May God bless the family
    during this time of grief.
    Much Love!
    Bro. Looney & Family

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    Douglas & Dot Brown, Upper Markboro, MD says

    Dear Smith Family
    Our prayers are with you all today. May God give you the strength in this time of sorrow.

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    Rene says

    I will miss Ronnie for what he did for us and my mom with foods he gave us to eat.May God continue bless his family in there time of sorry. Cuz Renee

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    Shirley A. M. George says

    To Linda (Mama Love), Rosalynn and Family, you are in my thoughts and prayers.
    I only knew Ronnie a short time but your Brother was so respectful of the ladies when he would come to the salon A Family Affair. He was very knowledgeable about life and loved people.. Your faith, family and beautiful memories will get all of you through this hurting time. May the Lord be with all of you.

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    Taisha says

    πŸ₯€β€πŸ₯€
    Always and forever ❀ you Smitty

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