A Hiram's Ranger Needs Our Prayers

Tjackstephens · May 17, 2016, 05:54:14 PM

Hiram's Ranger #45 who goes by Smiley needs our prayers. He shot with us at Clay, KY and Westside in IN. also he shot the NCOWS National at Westside a couple years ago. He had open heart and then fell and broke his hip. Now he can not breath on his own. Please keep him in your prayers. Tj

Will Ketchum · May 17, 2016, 08:02:40 PM

I don't know him but the Lord does. He'll be in my prayers.

Will Ketchum

bear tooth billy · May 17, 2016, 09:01:37 PM

Smiley used to shoot here at the local SASS club, he told me a few years ago I had to
go to westside and shoot, that it was the coolest cowboy range. He always has a great
attitude and Smiley is the perfect name for him. Best wishes for him.

BTB

Montana Slim · May 18, 2016, 03:34:13 PM

I got word recently and this has been very sad news for me.

Smiley is one of my long-time CAS pards.....shooting it out at the Milan Rifle Club and "thereabouts".
A core member of our group for many years & he's always been willing to help with anything....very easygoing guy.

I believe his brother has shot with us out at Westside, too...and I recall the year Smiley surprised with an appearance at the NCOWS Nationals. I just never know when or where he's gonna pop in to surprise me.

Prayers for Smiley & his Bro..

Montana Slim

Edited 5/17 to add photo of Smiley, below...sorry no updates at this time.

Tascosa Joe · May 18, 2016, 09:04:13 PM

Prayers up.

wildman1 · May 19, 2016, 07:56:22 AM

Prayers up for Brother Smiley. wM1

Tjackstephens · May 23, 2016, 08:02:57 PM

Smiley was strong enough today to have his hip operated on. Please keep him in your prayers. Tj

Will Ketchum · May 23, 2016, 08:40:29 PM

Good news! Praise The Lord!

Montana Slim · May 24, 2016, 03:23:00 PM

Great news....thanks to all !

Slim

Tjackstephens · May 24, 2016, 06:51:49 PM

If you would like to send Smiley a get well card know he would enjoy hearing from you. He is really proud that he is a Hiram's Ranger, if you are one please add your badge number. He can be reached at. Larry B. Fancher (Smiley) Mission Regional Medical Center 900 S Bryan RD Missions, TX Tj

Tjackstephens · June 13, 2016, 12:48:40 PM

It is my sad duty to let all know. Smiley passed away this morning in Mission, Texas. Hiram's Ranger # 45 is no longer with us. At last my Brother. Tj

Will Ketchum · June 13, 2016, 07:30:46 PM

Sad to hear this. May he rest with our Lord.

Montana Slim · June 14, 2016, 05:02:52 PM

Yup...sad news & heavy hearts at next weekend matches in Milan, IL.
A new memorial for boot hill. A toast to my friend...He'd want it that way.

Slim

Tjackstephens · June 21, 2016, 09:03:28 PM

There will be a Memorial Service for Smiley July 9 11am at Turnbull Funeral home in Monmouth, IL Masonite Rites at 9:15 before visitation. For more information go to TurnbullFuneralHome.com Tj Hiram's Ranger #22

Trap · June 23, 2016, 11:37:11 AM

Very sorry to hear of his passing jt