I will always remember Mebane 's and my trips to Italy and France with Vonnie and Tina along with the Barkers and Danns....what great traveling companions. I wish you great travels in your future, Vonnie.

Smith Family: Thinking of you during your loss; may today's sorrow give way to the peace and comfort of God's love.

Lit a candle in memory of Vonnie Bryan Smith

I will always remember Dr.Smith, dancing and singing between the dental chairs putting the dozen or so kids at ease, allowing him work his magic in creating the most absolutely beautiful smiles. I am the recipient of his skillful administrations. What an exceptional human being!

Tina and Family, our hearts were broken this morning when Sam and Bill,s Hair Design gave us the message of Vonnie's death. Sammy met him 47 years ago. Thru his great orthodontic skills he gave Sammy a smile to be proud of thruout life. Every 3 weeks he shared valued wisdom with him. How proud he was of Tina, his children and his many friends. He was a mentor to many. We think of him and thank him every day. Our thoughts are with all of the family, Sammy and Nida

We will be praying for your family in the days ahead. We have always heard great stories about your family from Janelle. She and Sammy have been longtime friends. Enjoy the great memories all of you have. Forever & a day, Gary & Deb Spencer

I was blessed as a teenager to have Dr. Smith as my orthadontist. I have the most beautiful smile because of his care. I am sure there are lots of Raleigh adults who owe their smiles to the care they received from Dr. Smith as children.I can still remember how I enjoyed going to his office because he was always so kind. My deepest consolences to the family.

Our hearts and prayers are being sent. We will miss Vonnie so very much. Our thoughts have been with the wonderful memories we have of you both Tina, during our shared times together over these many years. Love you dearly.

We are so sorry to hear about your loss. He was a great man and a true gentleman. We were honored by meeting such a man. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Savarino Family

I had the pleasure of working for this man for 13 years. He taught me more about orthodontics than any text book could but not only that he taught me about life. He was a very humble man and loved everyone around him and his family. I will alway's have a special place in my heart for the compassion that he had!! He will be missed by many!!!! RIP Dr. Vonnie

I was sorry to hear of Dr. Vonnie's passing. He was my orthodontist back around 1966-67 and I found him at all times charming, friendly and efficient. When I think of him I always hear him say, "Bite, darlin'." He will be missed.

Where do I begin to say all the wonderful things about Dr.Smith? I am a 60 year old woman who was one of his very first patients in downtown Raleigh! I think he was right out of school (UNC) and he was such a blessing to me. I had been in a car accident with my mom (seat belts weren't mandatory in cars at that time) and my front teeth were knocked out. My mouth was a mess, and Dr. Smith was a saint. He worked on me for years and straightened out the "Mess!" I ended up having three children who all had to have braces, and each one ended up going to Dr. Smith until his retirement! They too, loved Dr. smith! What a wonderful spirit he was, and always was so kind and loving to all that knew him! I am so sorry to not be able to attend his Wake on Saturday., but have a prior commitment out of town. Please know that I will have you all in my thoughts and prayers during this most difficult time. Just remember what a true blessing he was to us all!

Smith Family, I was so sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and father. Please know that you have the thoughts and prayers of a generation of folks with great teeth due to Dr. Smith. He was a singular man. He lit up the room and managed to make a large, awkward, frizzy haired pre-teen feel like a million bucks. He used to call me Muffingham McLovely! What a wonderful legacy you have to carry on.

To : The Smith Family.I am sorry for your lost.May your love for Vonnie and the memories he shared with you,bring you comfort.

So, so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Losing someone who has been an important part of our lives for so many years forces us to remember the good timesas our family learned after Dons leaving us two years ago. As everyone tells you, things with get betterthey do, but the void will always be there because they were important to us. God Bless! Sincerely, Faye Taylor

I am sorry for your loss, please accept my heartfelt sympathy. While you are preparing to lay your loved one to rest, to sleep for a little while in death(John 11:11), I hope you will find comfort in knowing that soon Jesus' promise of the resurrection will be fulfilled; when he will awaken those who are sleeping in death, restoring them back to life, to live eternally on the Paradise earth.-John 5:28,29; Luke 23:43. Until that blessed promise is fulfilled; may Jehovah God soothe your grieving hearts now and grant you peace and comfort.during this time of sorrow.-Matthew5:4.