Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

It’s nearly 3am and I find myself wide awake thinking of you. It’s been almost 19 years since we last saw you and somehow it seems like only days. We miss ya, Chuck! Give Mommaw, Poppaw and my Rusty a big hug for me.. ❤️Love you! ❤️

Candi
First cousin

June 5, 2025

Corporal Smith, i'm sorry for what happened to you that night nearly 19 years ago, as you didn't deserve it. The person who killed you was nothing but a coward, as he didn't have a reason to do what he did to you. Thankfully however, he was sentenced to life in prison for his actions, as he won't see the light of day again, and he most certainly won't hurt anyone again, as he was truly a danger to society and deserves everything that happens to him. Karma is gonna take it's time with him, to make sure he truly suffers for his actions regarding your death. Not only did he take away a police officer, but a father, a husband, and a soldier who served his country. I think that no matter what mercy is given to him, he should never be forgiven for taking away a man who was doing his job in providing for his family and protecting others. But with him being sentenced to life without parole, there's a chance that he won't be forgiven for what he did, because he's someone who deserves no mercy. But however, from what i learned, you were one of the good officers in the state of West Virginia, as you spent nearly 6 years on the force, and you loved what you did for not just others, but for the community aswell. And on top of that you were a marine, meaning you really were a brave man who served not just his community, but his country aswell, so you sir have my upmost respect for that. You showed how brave of a man you truly were, as you fought until the end, which goes to show how strong you were. But as i mentioned earlier, you were avenged in death, as your brothers in blue caught the man who took you away. But honestly, i think he should've gotten the death sentence, so they could just put that waste of garbage in the ground already. But thankfully, everybody who met you knew what kind of person you were, as i can tell you were the kindof guy to put everyone's safety before your own, which says alot about your character. Also, i'm sure everybody in the state of West Virginia appreciated your service while you were alive, as you made sure everybody could go home, knowing they were protected by somebody like you who would fight for them if they couldn't. Furthermore, i'm sure your daughter has grown up to learn about who her father was, as she most likely knows about her father's legacy and knows that her dad was a hero and a man of bravery. But as of now, may you rest in peace knowing your service is appreciated, and that your service as an officer and marine is appreciated, and you died protecting others and your country. But most of all, your killer will receive his punishment when his time comes, as karma will one day reach him, and make him pay for everything he did. Rest Well Mr. Smith

Morgan, a civilian supporter of the blue line

May 10, 2025

You will never be forgotten.

Rest easy.

Joshua L
Looking into law enforcement

October 20, 2024

You are missed my brother I often think about working with you at Beckley PD and we will never forget you my friend.

Sgt. J G Martin
WVSP

October 16, 2021

Rest in peace always knowing that your service and sacrifice are always remembered by your law enforcement brethren.

Detective Cpl/3 Steven Rizzo
Delaware State Police (Retired)

August 29, 2020

Rest in peace Detective Corporal Smith.

Rabbi Lewis S. Davis

May 11, 2019

Laying here trying to sleep but I can't get you off my mind. You will never be forgotten by your BPD brothers. Your legend lives on and the Chucky Smith stories are still told frequently around the station. My kids know your name and can recognize your picture even though they never got the opportunity to meet you. You are deeply missed!

Detective Lieutenant David S. Allard
Beckley Police Department

September 26, 2017

Eleven years later, your sacrifice is not forgotten. God bless you, your family, and the Beckley PD, Det. Cpl. Smith. Thank you.

NT

August 31, 2017

Owen talks about how much he wants to be a police officer like his Uncle Chuck. He never got the chance to meet you but he acts as tho he has. Rest Easy .... Watch His Six !

N/A L B
N/A

November 29, 2015

Rest Easy and Fly High

Officer T Justice
Winfield PD

August 29, 2015

I just want to say thank you for your service, and Monatani Semper Liberia. Mountaineers are always free.

Anonymous
Woodrow Wilson High School AFJROTC WV-931

February 12, 2015

8 years, hard to believe ....... RIP buddy

Frosty Green

August 29, 2014

Seven years, so much has changed but seems like yesterday when we lost you. I just hope you know that you have not been forgotten. Rest in Peace, my friend.

Mike Yansick
FBI

August 29, 2013

It's almost that time of year again. Even though we miss you every day, we especially dread the day that is coming next week. I cannot believe it's been almost 7 years and still it's so fresh in our minds. We love and miss you friend.

Tim and Kerry

August 23, 2013

Thank you for your service and for helping to make America a safer place.

Deputy Brian Jones
Boulder County Sheriff's Office, CO

February 5, 2013

It doesnt seem like its been 6 years. I miss you every day and hope youre watching over us down here.

Dean R. Bailey

August 29, 2012

Not a day goes by that you are not on my mind. Today we are dealing with the loss of another fine officer in West Virginia. Miss you brother!!!

Detective Sergeant David S. Allard
Beckley Police Department

August 29, 2012

Miss you more than ever.

Sgt. Dean R. Bailey
Beckley Police Department

August 29, 2012

It's been 6 years brother and you have not been forgotten. I have faith we will meet again. Until then, continue to watch over us as Im sure you have done since you got to your new post....by God's side.

Ptl. Ken Snuffer
Galloway Twp. Police (NJ) and 111th WVSP Academy Classmate

August 29, 2012

Chuck,
We still miss you very much and think of you often!!

Tim and Kerry

March 13, 2012

Susie: I have been thinking of you and wondered how your
family got through the holidays. I haven't really got to know
you, but I remember you in my prayers. We share something
that we wish we didn't, but God knows best and we, as hard as
it is, have to learn to live with it.

Beverly Jones
Mother of Fallen officer Jerry Jones

January 21, 2012

Chuck,

We had never met, but I came to your funeral. As a former WV police officer, I just wanted to take a moment and say thank you for the ultimate sacrifice that you made on that fateful night.

You were a sheepdog my friend. The wolves were never safe with you standing sentry.

RAM
Former WV Police Officer
Current:
Federal Bureau of Prisons
United States Penitentiary

RAM
B.O.P.

October 14, 2011

5 years ago you were taken from us. Laying down your life in the performance of your duties is the ultimate sacrifice and will never be forgotten. R.I.P. Chuck.

Ptl. Ken Snuffer
Galloway Twp., NJ (Formerly Martinsburg PD, WV and 111th Classmate)

August 29, 2011

Love & Miss you SO much!

Candi
cousin

August 29, 2010

I often share stories & pictures of you to my children in hopes that with encouragement they will do great in life just as you did! so often my thoughts are of you! you are still missed as if it were yesterday...we love you! Forever in our hearts Forever by our side Forever in our thoughts You will be our guide!

malissa austin & gavyn
cousins

February 22, 2010