Gail Robertson Smith - Fair Funeral Home

Gail Robertson Smith March 10, 1948 - February 24, 2014

Born: Wednesday Mar 10, 1948

Died: Monday Feb 24, 2014

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Gail "Madame" Robertson Smith, 65, of Ridgeway, VA, passed away Monday morning, February 24, 2014, at her home.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Thursday, February 27, at Stone Memorial Christian Church, Collinsville, VA with Tim Wood and Lawrence Harris officiating. Burial will follow in Overlook Cemetery in Eden, NC.

Gail was a graduate of Mars Hill College and taught French in Henry County Public Schools for 35 years before retiring in 2007. She was a member of Stone Memorial Christian Church and the Ridgeway Ruritan Club where she served as secretary for a number of years. She enjoyed volunteering at Grace Network and helping in the community. She was a former member of Gamma Beta Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma. Gail loved young people and took much satisfaction in hearing of their successes.

She is survived by her husband, David Smith, of the home; daughter, Julia Kummerlen and husband Greg of Jupiter, FL; brother, Jim Robertson and wife, Charley of Marianna, FL; and special friend, Dana Deaton and husband, Brad of Greensboro.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Haywood and Lucille Voss Robertson.

The family will receive friends Wednesday evening, 7 - 8:30 PM, at Stone Memorial Christian Church and one hour prior to the funeral service at the church.

Memorial contributions may be made to Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Drive, Knoxville, TN 37995-1001; Grace Network, PO Box 3902, Martinsville, VA 24115-3902; Stone Memorial Christian Church Audio Visual Fund, 3030 Virginia Avenue, Collinsville, VA 24078; or Mountain Valley Hospice, 22099 Jeb Stuart Hwy., Stuart, VA 24171.

Online condolences may be offered to the Smith family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Gail was a wonderful person and an absolutely wonderful friend to me. I will miss her terribly, but am glad that she has gone home to be with the Lord. Her suffering is over. Sincerely, Bobbi Frazier
Bobbi Frazier

Gail was a wonderful teacher who inspired many young people. I taught with her at Fieldale-Collinsville High School and she served on the faculty when my husband was principal there. She was always professional in her dealings with young people and with faculty members. I also worked with her at the Grace Network where she exhibited care and compassion for the clints with whom she worked. I offer sincere condolences to her family. You are in my prayers at this difficult time.7
Dianne Vann

Madame will be greatly missed!!! I took all of her French classes at Fieldale-Collinsville HS. Even when I did not believe in myself on taking the higher level French classes...she was there to kick my behind in gear and push me forward. She always wore a smile through those hallways and when time permitted...shared a laugh. God just received his jewel back and though we are sad without her...she is in the arms of Jesus! Rest in peace Madame...I loved the ground you walked on!!!
David Wade

Gail will be missed by all of us who were fortunate to know her. David and Julia, you are in our prayers at this difficult time. Sam and I love both of you, Vicki and Sam Robertson
Vicki Robertson

To the family of Gail Smith: We are so sorry to hear the loss of Gail. She inspired many people and loved by so many people. We will miss Gail. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. If you need anything, please let us know. Love you and your family!
Gary,Margaret, Michael and Kelly Hill

Praying God will show you His love through conforting memories and caring friends. I worked with Gail at Fieldale-Collinsville High School. We shared many happy and memorable times with the students and faculty. May God continue to comfort and strengthen you.
Joyce W. Via

Madame Smith was such a great teacher. I had her at Fieldale-Collinsville High School for all four years of my high school French. So very sorry for your loss.
Robin Reffett Richardson

Deepest Sympathy at this time. Gail must have been an exceptional lady to have raised a daughter like Julia, who is a wonderful person. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Kathleen Phillips

My heart breaks for the loss of this wonderful woman. There are no words to express how much I cared for her. It has been 20 years since I was in my last French class with her, however, I've never stopped learning from Madame. She has blessed my life and the lives of my children, by her love and graciousness. A true follower of Jesus; a beautiful example of the kind of person He calls us to be. While my francais has mostly been forgotten, she will never be. Grateful that through Christ's offer of salvation, we will again see each other. Je t'aime Madame. Je vous aime ?ɬ�ternellement et vous me manquerez toujours. My deepest sympathy and love for you, David and Julia. Thank you for sharing your wife/mama with the us.
Jenny Park

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