John's Smith: A Tribute to Smitty

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John's Smith: A Tribute to Smitty

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This was the John Smith Tribute Speech written by Karen, a good friend of Mary Brown for what would be Mary's final festival as owner/operator of the Festival of the West.
Robert Fuller was kind enough to read the speech in John's honor.
Mary started the Festival of the West in honor of John in 1991, so it was befitting that she ended it with a tribute to her friend and childhood hero, John "Smitty" Smith.
Due to some technical difficulties, the slide show was not able to be displayed during the speech as planned so I used a split screen to bring them both together.
Special thanks to Mr. Fuller for doing such a wonderful job on the speech and thanks to Peggy for the video footage

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@michaelashcraft8569 3 жыл бұрын

John Smith, and, Robert Fuller were a big part of my Western entertainment life as a young boy, the very embodiment of what a Cowboy was in the Old West, should both be in the Cowboy Hall of Fame !!! I REMEMBER in 2021! !!

@waynedent2217 7 жыл бұрын

John Smith seemed a good soul. Everything he did seemed genuine.

@brendal1498 6 жыл бұрын

I absolutely, love watching Laramie on Grit. John Smith and Robert Fuller were so dynamic together. And such good genuine chemistry on camera. I always felt that John was just like the character he played. I will continue to watch Laramie everyday. Truly a inspiring man.

@goldiefleming9124 2 жыл бұрын

John Smith was most handsome man and we watch him every Sunday on the DVD's he will be always be missed and always be in my heart ❤️💜

@jillmarshall4718 3 жыл бұрын

To Mr. John Smith you were a Class Act. Enjoy Laramie all these years. Bringing Happiness to All. Your Smile, Kindness to People. So many Wonderful things were said about you. Rest in Peace 😀😀😀😀

@MargueriteFan Жыл бұрын

What a lovely and loving tribute to John Smith. Well done to those involved in creating this tribute to a fine actor and person John Smith 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍 thank you.💗

@djw7749 13 жыл бұрын

Even after hearing and seeing this great event in person, I still enjoy hearing Bob give a wonderful tribute to two of his very dear friends. There is no one that could have done this any better than our beloved Mr. Robert Fuller!

@samdebbieshorter1771 6 жыл бұрын

What a wonderful tribute. I've only recently discovered Laramie and my husband and I watch all the episodes on Grit TV every day. So glad to hear John Smith was the warm, gentleman he portrayed as Slim Sherman and to hear Robert Fuller speak of their friendship. It makes me sad that he wondered if anyone remembered him. How can so fine an actor be forgotten? Thank you Robert Fuller for all you continue to do for your fans. Slim and Jess, the best pardners ever.

@DJ-ru6qj 6 жыл бұрын

The year John Smith departed , i was born. I discovered Laramie 3 months ago on GRIT, Jan2018. I am a fan of John and the Show. Im so impressed with his role in the show. I cannot get enough of the show. Ive started researching and watching his othdr movies. What a beautiful man!

@LUCKYB. 2 жыл бұрын

Nancy . It good the reruns are still around

@bethholland5351 4 жыл бұрын

This is the sweetest thing.....John and Robert and Mary. 💙💙💗

@Kimbersan 13 жыл бұрын

Wow, thanks to everyone for all the nice comments! I'm sure that both Bob and Mary will truly appreciate the comments and I know that John is smiling down on us right now. Kimber

@littlelulu620 7 жыл бұрын

Thank YOU!!!! Please also thank Bob and Mary. I am filled with regret that I was never able to attend one of their wonderful festivals. I just read that this was the last one :'(

@maia802 13 жыл бұрын

I can think of a number of actors who might have been cast all those years ago as Jess and Slim, but Bob and John made something magical happen for us all. Their easy way with the tales they told convinced me that these were men to be admired, and lots of us (cowboys and cowgirls alike) wanted to grow up to be like our heroes. To Bob and John and Jess and Slim - You will be long remembered, respected and loved by your many fans. Great thanks to Mary for FOTW and to everyone for this video.

@pennyelliot171 4 жыл бұрын

yes, thank you all for your contribution to john and Bob and all "GOOD COWBOYS" GOD BLESS, PENNY ELLIOTT

@DJ-ru6qj 6 жыл бұрын

What an awesome actor and beautiful man!

@theresapeoples7583 2 жыл бұрын

When I first started 2 first watch Laramie I fell n love with it because of Jess & Slim was a joy to watch instead of friends they asked like bothers instead of friends that just seems so special to me they had each other’s back like they did but I will keep watching Laramie a lot of memories and John ur always b n our heart rip 🙏 🙏

@HarperFan01 13 жыл бұрын

I have not met Mary Brown or Mr. Fuller, but listing to this very special tribute to them both is very heartwarming. From watching this this video you can see why so many Western Fans return year after year to the "Festival of the West", friendship, love and deep abiding dedication to a part of American History that has ridden into the sunset. Thank you for making this video and sharing it with us all.

@pennyelliot171 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you all for this wonderful tribute. Yes, made me have tears. Always in love with John Smith and Robt. Fuller. I am now 69 and I was a little girl when "Mary" was. Wish I could have met her and John Smith. As the song went, "Born too Late to Love You." But this is a great video and thank you for the memory i and many can watch on John Smith..forever remember you and wish I could have met you. Penny Elliott..a little girl who loved you. Penny Elliott Florida

@karensantillanes474 5 жыл бұрын

I cry everytime I watch this wonderful Salute to John Smith...

@gailgr1 13 жыл бұрын

Mr. Fuller, I saw you present this at FOTW, and it brought me to tears then. Even on video, the magic is still there, and still bringing tears. You did a wonderful job despite the technical glitches...At FOTW I was seated next to someone who knew nothing about you, Mary, FOTW or Laramie, and when it was over, she turned to me and said, "That was wonderful! I'm in tears!" That was quite a tribute to what you, Karen and Kimber created... Thank you so much..

@barbarapritchard7978 7 жыл бұрын

I still watch Laramie. Robert Fuller and John Smith were great match.

@randykilgore8096 7 жыл бұрын

U cant get more iconic than slim and jess

@maryenglish4010 8 жыл бұрын

I recently retired and get to watch the late great John Smith in Laramie. Love his ease of being himself in role or interview.

@kayaklady4550 13 жыл бұрын

This was a wonderful tribute to John Smith. Thank you to everyone who had a hand in its creation. I discovered Laramie only a year ago and was captivated by both Robert Fuller and John Smith's portrayals. For a show created 50 years ago to still attract new fans is a tribute to a well crafted work. I want to say a special thanks to Kimber for steering me toward the fan sites. It is great to find folk who share common ground.

@gwenprice4831 7 жыл бұрын

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@juttaschoner4302 3 жыл бұрын

I always liked John Smith. I guess, it was his personality and his handsome look. Laramie was one of my fav Western series.

@tellinadona 8 жыл бұрын

January 25, 2016. I think of you, dear Slim, with love. We will remember you….Forever.

@tellinadona 9 жыл бұрын

January,25,2015. Wherever you are, Slim-John- Smitty,I wish you a new good life....... I remember you forever. Thaks for posting this lovely tribute.

@spirit030577 13 жыл бұрын

This is very wonderful...a great tribute for John and Mary. I´ve to fight against my tears because it is so damn good. Thanks for all which made this. Take care to all of you.

@rudybishop9089 8 жыл бұрын

Wow ? John Smith, after viewing him in an interview in what looks like his early 50's and in just a few minutes of listening to him one can only be impressed by how humble and honest he seems to be. You must have been a lucky one to have had his friendship.

@larry1824 Жыл бұрын

Wonderful clean cut presence. When westerns died on TV I guess he got lost. I beleive Duke discovered him

@patgosnell9787 9 жыл бұрын

Loved this video..It was a wonderful tribute to the wonderful John Smith...He was a great actor and had beautiful blue eyes...I loved the show LARAMIE- I loved both characters, Slim & Jess..Slim was more serious, and Jess was the feisty one...I'm getting to watch reruns now, and I love seeing Laramie everyday*

@littlelulu620 7 жыл бұрын

Exactly ... and I think their contrasting temperaments but similar strength of character lead to the amazing chemistry between them that made Laramie such a great show. Both Smitty and Robert Fuller are such great actors. I hope he is resting in peace.

@pennyelliot171 6 жыл бұрын

Pat, would be great to meet you or talk. Penny Elliott of Florida. Love watching john smith on TV everyday. Thanks for grit tv. Love the video what a great handsome man and actor. So happy we can still see him everyday and dream at least. He is in heaven and must know we all love him and miss him. Penny Elliott pelliotpg007gmail.com florida

@michaelmachado2572 4 жыл бұрын

Robert ??? THAT !!! Was truly inspiring..

@joycegausmann5840 5 жыл бұрын

How very heartwarming.

@patgriffin3004 8 жыл бұрын

love Laramie I watch it morning and evening I've watched every one

@westpoint64 7 жыл бұрын

Me too. It is probably my favorite TV show of all time. John Smith was perfect as Slim.

@littlelulu620 7 жыл бұрын

Pat ... me too!!!! I quite honestly never knew of Laramie in 1959. I was only 7-years-old then and no westerns would have been watched in my home then. My dad only allowed the Yankee games and maybe the Ed Sullivan Show. We had to always be doing homework or reading or studying. But now, I am glued to the television every morning for both episodes and again at 5:00 pm. No dinner is even started until Laramie is finished and I also record them on the DVR in case, G-d forbid, I miss one minute for some kind of rare emergency.

@waynedent2217 7 жыл бұрын

+littlelulu620 I too am a late comer to Laramie. Great show.

@4Cabin 3 жыл бұрын

I still watch Laramie to this day. They dont make em like that anymore and we dont have humble good people acting like Smitty and the rest. Sad.

@scgreetings 13 жыл бұрын

So Great Thanks

@ruthecker399 5 ай бұрын

love them both

@wvcricker5683 5 жыл бұрын

I just started watching Laramie a few months ago at my moms... never heard of it or saw it before.. while the Smith guy is hot, the other one with the tight ass pants is/was MUCH hotter.. I was like DAMN

@pennyelliot171 4 жыл бұрын

yes WVcricker, so agree with you. Don't find men like John and Bob anymore do we? Penny Elliott

@belledejour4182 Жыл бұрын

Such a shame John Smith was "an avid hunter". And that Robert Fuller was too. These facts spoil my impressions of both of them. To kill for pleasure is never admirable.

@larry1824 Жыл бұрын

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