February 22, 2021

So sorry to hear this!  He was one of my best friends at Millersville!  I will always have fond memories!!!  Love you buddy!!!  Oxox
Linda Fulton Gallagher
 

February 21, 2021

Wendy I’m so sorry to hear about Aril!  I didn’t realize he was sick and I feel so bad for you and your family.  Your in my thoughts and prayers tonight.
Ray Wells

February 17, 2021

Wendy – I am so very sorry for the sudden loss of your husband, Aril. May the peace of God,which surpasses all understanding, guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Nancy Marshall

February 12, 2021

Sending my condolences to the family. Coach Smith was absolutely one of my favorite coaches and also person I had the pleasure of meeting and being around for part of my Millersville career. I don’t think I ever saw him without a smile and he always had a kind word. Through the ups and the downs u could always count on coach Smith lifting u up. He had the type of personality and spirit that whenever you saw him, he made you feel good.
He will truly be missed and never forgotten.
God bless,
Michael McFetridge #7
 

February 08, 2021

Sending our condolences to the family.  My sons Mike and Bob McFetridge played football for Millersville..that is where we met Aril Smith.  He was always the kindest, friendliest, nicest guy..God bless him and the family he left behind.

February 07, 2021

We send our love, and condolences to the family. We will always remember his kindness. May he rest in peace.
Cathy Poulopoulos/ Cori Deckert

February 07, 2021

I’m so sorry for the family. I remember he tried to teach me how to whistle as a little kid and I still have not gotten it right. Rest In Peace and you will forever be remembered!
Angelique Terry

February 06, 2021

What a gift to have known Aril. He had the most sensational smile. Wendy, our hearts are broken for you and the boys. Wrapping you in so much love and hugs. I truly believe Aril is in a better place, free from pain. We love you and will continue to keep you and the boys in our prayers. 
XOXO Ken and Laurie 

February 06, 2021

He wasn’t only my gym teacher but my mentor, someone I could look up to you. Every time I seen him we would always joke around. 10+ years after being his student, he always treated me the same. I loved that about him. He will certainly be missed. Prayers for his beautiful family, his kids will continue to make him proud. 
Zach Corbin

February 06, 2021

Ian, thinking of you and the family during this difficult time.  May your father’s memories always make you smile.  
Love, Jim, Beth, Jennifer Arentz

February 06, 2021

I first met Aril when he was with a coach with the Browns and I covered the team as a reporter. When he found out where I was from, a big smile came over his face, especially when we talked about the Lancaster County area, Millersville University, and family. He cared about his players and everyone he met, yet was very humble and proud of his roots. The Lord has a good one on his team now, my condolences as he was a rare individual, just a good man, and will be missed by many.-  Matt Pawlikowski

February 06, 2021

The big guy upstairs must be putting together an All Star Team.   Aril was that as a Maruader and in everyday life. Our loss is heavens gain.  Rest Brother
Terry Lehman

February 05, 2021

I was one of Andre’s high school teachers and had the pleasure of speaking to Mr. Smith on a number of occasions. I am so very sorry to hear of Mr. Smith’s passing. He was a lovely man and will be missed by all. Our heartfelt condolences go out to the Smith family. – Amber Biddle

February 05, 2021

Our deepest sympathies to the family for their loss. We haven’t seen him in many years but we often thought about him. His smile was infectious, and he was a joy to be around. He will be definitely missed by many people. RIP our friend!Heather & Josh P.

February 05, 2021

I’m, so sorry to hear this he was an amazing teacher he was loving, caring and funny he was my favorite teacher 🙏🏼Praying for you and your beautiful family 
Yulier Ramirez

February 04, 2021

Wendy I’m so sorry to read about your husband, I will keep you and your family in my prayers. Donna Hoover 

February 04, 2021

Thoughts and Prayers to Aril’s extended family, we were friends back in the late 80’s and attended his marriage to his first wife, I have fond memories of him always being so jolly and affable and he could always make me laugh…Rest in Paradise my friend……….Marty Heisler, Melbourne, Florida.

February 04, 2021

Our heartfelt condolences and prayers go out to the entire Smith family. Aril was a great coach and an even greater individual. It was an honor to have known him for many years. “for thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory,  forever and ever” from The Lord’s Prayer.   Joe Wysock and family

February 04, 2021

My thoughts and prayers go out to the Smith family.  If you knew Aril you couldn’t help but love him.  His smile would light up a room and lets not forget his tremendous personality.  While he may be gone, he will not be forgotten.  
Terri S.

February 03, 2021

Mr. Smith’s demeanor in gym class was absolutely infectious. He always knew how to make us laugh and his personality was incredible. My deepest condolences to the family. He was an amazing man.
Joshua Day

February 03, 2021

I’m reading all the responses from all the people who knew and loved him. I wish I the opportunity to know him!! Love to his entire family 
Paul Sisbarro

February 03, 2021

My condolences to the Smith family! I never had his class and I never got detention, but I did visit many friends during ISS and he was always so nice to me and kind. He always knew I took my friends snacks and he would just smile and let it pass. He is one of the teachers I always talk about for the impact he made to me. His kindness and smile really went a long way. 
Elyeth Buchanan

February 03, 2021

He loved my sin and got his back numerous times. What a great Man. May he RIP
Dawn D

February 03, 2021

Rest is Peace Marauder.  You will be missed.
Jay Bauder

February 03, 2021

I grew up in Yeadon and played as a child at the summer recreation center with Aril and his sister.  He was a wonderful guy and we always had so much fun.  Haven’t seen him since we were kids but have always remembered him fondly.  Believe it or not, I just mentioned him to my husband about a month ago.  Rest In Peace Aril.  
Audrey Masciocchi Caputa

February 03, 2021

I was very saddened to hear of Aril’s passing this morning.
It has been 50 years since I spent every day for several years playing and having fun with Aril and his sister at the summer recreation in Yeadon, yet I’ve never forgotten his smiling face and laugh, and never will.
Rest in peace Aril and God bless you and your family.
Art Masciocchi

February 03, 2021

I was very saddened to read of Aril’s passing and my thougths and prayers are with the family and anyone who knew him.  I haven’t seen him for a long time, but he always had a smile and something nice to say about everyone.  His passing will leave a big hole in anyone’s heart that knew him.   
Trish Mountain

February 03, 2021

I am so sorry to hear this.  What a great, generous man.  He always had a smile on his face and nice things to say.  I know our family was blessed to know Aril.  Our prayers go out to his entire family. 
The Cornack’s and the Spitzley’s

February 03, 2021

What a blessing to have known Big A. Always fun with him, Jere and Janelle, Bubbles and Steve, Chris and Dena… the Brubaker basement is alive in heaven. Much love, Amy “Bingo” Kersey

February 03, 2021

My thoughts and prayers go out to Aril’s friends and family. I didn’t know him all that well but frequently saw him working out at LA Fitness. I used to enjoy talking to him about football and high school sports. He always had a smile on his face and was extremely friendly to everyone in the gym. I usually saw him in the gym with his son and he would always talk about him; deep down, that was always refreshing to see. There’s nothing like a bond between a father and his kids. I’m going to miss seeing Aril in the gym. May his memory live on forever through his family.
Nick G

February 03, 2021

My condolences to Aril’s family.
A cherished memory: I went to my first pro football game with Aril. It was a cold and blustery day in Philadelphia. I was sitting (more like snuggled) next to the Big Guy. Sheltered from the cold. Then he got up to visit friends he saw in the bleachers across the way. I never missed him so much until now…
Dear Aril, Godspeed toward heavens goalpost.
Buddy Ganse

February 03, 2021

I’m so sorry to the entire family for losing such a great man, father, husband, and truly a great friend to me and so many others! He will be missed. I was honored to know him, be coached by him, and then to coach with him! He will be deeply missed. His bless!
Dale Reed

February 03, 2021

Mr Smith was my gym teacher at McCaskey. He always pushed me to be a better me. He failed me because I would always wear my gym clothes over my regular clothes. He taught me a lot in summer school and made me a person May he rest in peace! 
Donika Bridgman

February 03, 2021

Sorry for your loss to all his family and friends and I understand after knowing him for a short time how he had so many friends, always laughing, joking and a big smile on his face he will be truly missed.
Tony Miller

February 03, 2021

Our thoughts and prayers are with the whole Smith family
Kenny, KJ ,Kerek, Koby Myers & Suzanne Myers 

February 03, 2021

Sorry for your loss, Aril was a good person 
George Jones Jr

February 02, 2021

I feel very blessed and fortunate to have known Aril. He truly was an amazing humble son, husband, father, and friend to all. His infectious laugh and that beautiful smile was so contagious. I truly believe he knew how to be happy and not take it for granite. He will be missed greatly, but never forgotten. I love you Wendy,
Susie

February 02, 2021

My Condolences to family and friends. May God give you the strength and peace in your time of need. I first met Aril coaching at Millersville and formed a quick friendship with him over coaching schemes and drill work. I saw him anually at the Smokeout cookout where we enjoyed cigars, stories and friendly games of cornhole. He was good man with a great smile and lived life to the fullest with his family, friends and  loved ones. He will be truly missed but always remembered. Barry Hawkins

February 02, 2021

So sorry for your loss , I once worked with his wife Sachi at pre need family services as her husband and kids would frequently visit , he was such a big teddy bear and loved everyone ! Such an awesome family I am lost for words right now , but as a Christian and a child of god I know he will be resting in no pain with the angels ! I pray for healing hearts for the family as they lay him to rest .
Felicia reese

February 02, 2021

My heart hurts for all of his dear loved ones, but it smiles because I knew him as a friend.   His legacy lives on In you all.
Karen (Bubbles) Snarr-Beiler

February 02, 2021

We will miss Aril, his big smile and kindness to all. We are thankful for the wonderful father he was to Ian and Dre as Ian joins our family. Our deepest sympathy to his family and friends. 
Jill and Glenn