This is Dan, Shelley’s husband, posting on her request. Tate died this evening in the hospital in Pittsburgh. She had a brain hemorrhage during the night on Friday , and she was taken off life support just a few hours ago. Shelley was there when this happened with the rest of her family. Tate was 35 years old. She wanted me to pass along her thanks for all your prayers and support. They have meant a great deal to Shelley and I, and to the rest of her family. This is all the information I have for now. When we know more about funeral arrangements we will post more information. Thank you for your continued prayers.
Dan Noyes for Shelley Noyes
Stacey “Tate” Smith
August 30, 2008 by Shelley
i’m a long time lurker but i had to tell you how sorry i am to hear this news. you’re in my thoughts.
Shocked and horrified. I remember Tate with fondness from Houghton College. She was such a sweet woman; so kind, so bubbly and boisterous, so loving, and she walked with such grace. This is terrible, terrible news. I am so sorry, so sorry, so sorry. Much love and strength to you.
Elizabeth
Oh Shelley I’m so sorry. I can’t imagine the grief you must be suffering right now but my prayers are with you and your family.
Prayers.
Shelley & Dan –
I’ve been praying for Tate and was SHOCKED to read your post. Words fail me. I am tremendously sorry for your loss. I can’t imagine.
Please, let us know if we can do anything. We are praying.
-mm
Shay & Dan. My family is praying for you. My kids love to pray and I shared with them who u guys are and what has happened. They asked if Tate was with Jesus. I said yes. They said its the best lace to be. Words of wisdom from children. Loving and praying.
–erik w/a “k”
Oh no.
I am sad for you all.
It’s good that you were able to be with her, with the rest of the family.
Jesus, gather them in your arms.
We are praying for you guys.
So sorry for your loss.
Shelley & Family,
I keep up with your blog and am so sorry to hear about Tate. Please know we are praying for your sweet family during this difficult time!
Love and Hugs,
Jenny Anglin
Shelley,
I’m sitting here crying at my keyboard with no words to say except I’m so very sorry. I can’t even imagine what you must be feeling right now. My prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Holley
Dan and Shelley,
When your Facebook page said you had an update on Tate, I never thought it would be this…… I am so sorry. So young, so full of life, not fair. But I know God will carry you and your family through this pain and loss…my prayers are with you.
Megan (Timura) Evans
Shelley, I just heard in Sunday school what had happened. I am so shocked. I woke up this morning, thinking about you and your sister. I had decided to call you today. I’m really praying for you right now. So hard and so sad.
Lots of love, Trish
Hi Shelley, I can’t express to you how sorry I am for your loss. It is such a horrible rotten tradgedy that none of us can understand. My prayer is that God will give you all a Peace like you have never ever known. I look forward to seeing you in the next couple of days however, I wish with all my heart that it were under different circumstaces. Please, let your mom and dad know that if there is anything Randy and I can do please do not hesitate to ask. Until then, take care, love, Tammy
I am SO sorry, Shelley. Jesus, help this family.
Oh, No. No. No.
I’m just so sorry. So very sorry.
Words do fail me.
We love you.
Dear Shelley,
I am so sorry for this untimely loss of such a
beautiful, bubbly, wonderful woman. I had just read one of her letters from college hours before
I found out the horrible news. I will cherish my memories of her – she was the best roommate
and such a caring friend to all. She will be sorely missed.
Much love and prayers to you and your entire family.
Love,
Carol
Oh no. I just found you and this has happened? I’m so sorry. I will definitely be praying for you and your family.
Sorry. I hope you and your family find abundant support and comfort through this. You are in our thoughts and prayers
I am still with you, sending my love, sending my support, loving you from afar. Anything you need, anytime, I’m here.
I’m so sad to hear of the loss of Tate — she was in my class at Houghton. She was always delightful to be around; I don’t think I ever saw her without a smile on her face. She was a terrific gal. I’m really sorry that this has happened.
Oh Shelley, I’ve been away from my computer this weekend but Trish called me with this news. I am fervently praying for comfort for you and your family sweet friend. Please call me anytime if you just need someone to listen or cry with. Much love…
I am heartbroken for your loss — Tate was also my classmate at Houghton, and such a sweetheart. I can’t ever think of a time that I saw her without a smile on her face. I am so sorry for your loss, and you are all in my prayers.
We’ve been out without internet access. I just found out and I’m really in shock! I’m so sorry Shelly, please know that I will pray for you all, know that at this moment I want to give you a big hug. I really want to put a band aid where it hurts because I know it hurts REALLY bad. I’m so sorry my friend. I’ve got great memories of TATE
abrazos to all
Shelley, I am so sorry for the loss of your sister. When I read the news, I just cried for you and your family, but especially you. I am lifting you up to the Lord hourly. Love, Becky
Oh my gosh, Shelley, I had no idea. I am so so so sorry. I was just about to call you today to talk and then I checked your blog. I am so sorry. I will call you soon.
Shelley,
I saw Stacey’s obituary on ridgwayrecord.com and did an internet search to learn more and found your blog. I’m not sure if you remember me but I was in Girl Scouts back in Ridgway with you both.
I am so very sorry for your loss. Stacey was always a light. I remember her joy in life, even when she was a young girl. I pray for you and your family during this very difficult time.
Shelley,
I am so terribly sorry about your sister. I hope it doesn’t seem empty for one more person to say it. I just wanted to let you know that there is one more person in the world (although on the opposite side of the country) who is thinking of you and praying for you today.
Love,
Amy
Shelley,
I have lots of memories of Tate just from the stories you told me when we worked together. I’m sorry for your pain and loss. Much love and many prayers are with you.
Shelley,
I’m going way back…however, Drama group with Dan, her and Becky Riu laughing so hard we’d all join in. Oh the fun – I remember, even then, Stacey sharing her faith…
There is no doubt in my mind that her crown is heavy with jewels and that she is entertaining children in streets of gold.
That said, I know your bond with your sisters – and know that this is too much.
I am praying…
Ruth
Shelley,
I am so sorry. So very, very sorry. My prayers are with you and your family at this time.
Dan and Shelley,
So sorry to hear the tragic news. We miss you and think of you often – especially now.
Cary and Tracy
Tate I still miss you, and remember our good times often. Even though you loved the steelers a little bit too much!
Can’t wait to see you again. Your friend forever! Joel (Leoj)