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Name: Mr. Virgil Ples Smith
Date: June 22, 1941 - February 21, 2026
Biography
City of birth: Burneyville, OK
Mother: Mary Smith
Father: Virge Thomas Smith
Spouse: Marcilla Richardson-Smith
Daughters: Chrystal Smith, Camille Smith (Deceased), Siobhan Smith
Sons: Anthoni D. Smith
Sisters: Paulette McClain (James), Eria Smith
Brothers: Lamont Smith, Elmer Allen (Deceased)
Education: Douglas High School, Langston University and Oklahoma State University
Occupation: Program Manager II Oklahoma Department of Human Services/Office of Inspector General
Visitations: 9am-7pm Friday, February 27, 2026
Cemetery: Trice Hill Cemetery, 5101 N. Coltrane Rd., OKC OK, 73136
Services: Redeemed Missionary Baptist Church, 2122 Drinkwater Drive, Oklahoma City, OK 73111
Services date and time: 11am Saturday, February 28, 2026
(2026-02-22 5:45pm) FANNIE BROWN wrote:
My deepest sympathy. You are in my prayers. God Bless you and your family.
(2026-02-24 9:44am) Rev. E. Ann Gaines Ali wrote:
Rest in peace my dear Cousin! We had some good memories, and you always looked out for me! I appreciated that! Take your rest, Soldier!
(2026-02-24 7:16pm) Gwen Atkinson wrote:
You are in my prayers.
(2026-02-25 6:34am) MARCINA DEGRATE WEBSTER wrote:
My deepest sympathy. I worked with Virgil at DHS in the 90s very sweet person may god bring peace to the family.
(2026-02-25 12:25pm) Zella L Sturgeon wrote:
To the Smith family: I met Virgil in the late 60’s. Whenever I saw him he had a smile and a good conversation. May the Lord give you the strength needed during these difficult times. You are in my prayers.
(2026-02-25 1:45pm) Betty Kemp wrote:
My Sympathy to the family. You are in my Prayers, God Bless. Betty Kemp
(2026-02-25 4:46pm) Velma Newman wrote:
My deepest sympathy.
(2026-02-25 5:51pm) Rita Green wrote:
my sincerest sympathy for the Smith family. You will always be in my memories as my hero. Rest peacefully Mr. Smith you are already missed.
(2026-02-25 7:06pm) Brendlin And Dominique Smiley wrote:
With deepest sympathy to the family of Virgil Smith... Our hearts were saddened to hear of his passing.. Johnny and Merchell Vines family and to the whole family. Our prayers are with you at this time . Praying that God will give you peace and understanding .🙏🏾🙏🏾♥️♥️🌹🌹
(2026-02-26 9:21am) Carla James wrote:
Crystal and Anthoni, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for God to comfort you and keep you.
(2026-02-27 11:07am) Josie Simmons wrote:
God knows your heartache and shares your grief.
(2026-02-28 12:44pm) Matthew & Angela Sampson wrote:
My deepest sympathy.