City Councilman JB Smiley announces father's death
The news comes barely a day after the body of Smiley's nephew, 31-year-old Thaddeus Smiley, was recovered after he died trying to save a family member in the Wolf River.
The following was written on Smiley's Facebook page Monday:
'Grief has a way of making the evening feel heavier. I'm becoming all too familiar with the weight of death, but tonight, it carries the name of a man who shaped my world and gave me his name.
'He was a father, a mentor, the strongest man i know and a constant reminder of what I strive to be. His love and lessons will stay with me always.
'Please keep our family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Rest well, Daddy.'
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