Is this for real? Yes. believe it or not today is 8 years since you left us to your mansion and I am still missing you as if it was yesterday....LS you have left your foot print in so many places that causes us to keep on calling your name. (Pastor Smith, LS, Dave, Man of God, my mentor and friend) Certainly you have allowed yourself to be used by God and have left us a legacy which lives on...today is also one year for your mom home going service in New York..it wasnt planned ..it just happened that way so I can just imagine the grant reunion with you two.. I missed both of you.

I am happy l can say happy birthday because it reminds me of what a wonderful Pastor and friend you were, You have changed my life to be who l am today, l know u can't hear me but l hear your voice all the time and l do love your visits. Keep resting in the land of peace.

"You showed me a lot of things.
I learned a lot I didn't know,
But you forgot to teach me one last thing -
How to let you go.
I know you didn't mean to leave me;
Sometimes we have no choice.
I miss being your little sister,
Hearing my name called by your voice.
I wish I got to say "I Love You"
Before you were given to the sky.
If God could grant me one last wish,
I'd ask to say "Goodbye."
You always meant a lot to me.
I could never love you less,
I know it's true when they say,
"He only takes the best."

https://www.familyfriendpoems.com....

My brother, Dave, I wish I could put into words what I am feeling at this time knowing you are not here to celebrate your birthday with all of us. For sure, the celebration would have already begun straight to the end of the month. Yes, you made sure you did this in fine style and great fanfare. I think of you very often and especially since we have close birth dates. I am trying to be strong but am not sure I can go further with this. I will always, always remember you; those parting words in the hospital, and for your fearless, indomitable spirit. Your legacy certainly continues Dave, and you have left your mark on the world. Rest in Peace!
Sister Dawn

I miss Leighton very much. Does anyone know if I can obtain CDs of his radio show, Countdown, that was broadcast before and after 9-11?

We little knew the day that
God was going to call your name.
In life we loved you dearly,
In death we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you
But you didn’t go alone.
For part of us went with you
The day God called you home.

You left us peaceful memories.
Your love is still our guide,
And though we cannot see you
You are always at our side.

Our family chain is broken
and nothing seems the same,
but as God calls us one by one
the chain will link again.

From day one all we did was just wonder why,
now all I do is fight back my tears.
I wanted to do everything you did,
because I wanted to be just like you.
Now I sit here wondering what to do,
because there’s no one to replace you.

I never did tell you all the things I felt,
like how much I really did love you.
I wish we could go back and start over again.
I don’t want to be alone. I need my brother,


When you think of me
while your up in heaven,
Think of how much you meant to me

As i reflect on  how the years have passed by so quickly, I am happy to know that you celebrated this birthday with mom. What a reunion. I can only find comfort in the fact that one day we will see you again, where parting will be no more. "Praise God." In the mean time we continue the legacy against great opposition. But in the name of Jesus Christ victory is inevitable. Rest my brother It is well.

I didn't even dream the future would be without Pastor....I wish he could come back! How I miss him so....

It's a beautiful morning
And despite our pain
Today is a blessed day
Sometimes the sun will shine
Sometimes it will rain
Whichever He sends,
It's a blessing come what may

The pain is real
The grief lingers still
One thing you should know
It won't last forever despite what we feel
For in Him you can find healing
Nothing is too great for Him to conquer!
Jesus is Christ, Lord and Ruler

All of those memories
They are the reason for this pain
And all who loved David, equally feels the same
...and so for him, a prayer I'll pray
Such silence and weeping
But faith reveals he's only sleeping
I know we weren't ready
...Sadly that feeds the pain

Mom, you're forever loved!

It won't be today
Maybe not tomorrow!
...but atleast one day...soon
Some way, some how
We've got to find a way
...and let God take control

Mom...we still pray for you...a silent prayer

I often watched your services on the Television, such a inspiration! You were knowledgeable and armed and dangerous with the word of God. You accomplished your mission and transitioned. You left a great legacy with us! I too want to be an inspiration to many in the same way you have touched many lives locally & internationally. You have left foot prints in the sand of time. R.I.P. GREAT Man of God!
Nicola Clarke-Cuffe

My brother Its been a while since you have left us for your eternal reward
however, you must be happy to be reunited with your mom. Enjoy the reunion. This walk remains challenging , but God remains faithful to complete the task you started, The secret things belongs to God. He does know best. It is well. Sleep on Bro

Seven years has come since you went home, but here on earth it is so different since you left, the emptiness I feel inside.
I miss you so much!! Truly you were unique and you definitely left an imprint in my heart that I will cherrish forever❤

Today marks your seventh anniversary. You will always be in our hearts and we know that you are safe and secure in the arms of Jesus. It is not by coincidence but Divine appointment that mom’s homegoing service will be held today. She was ready to join you. My brother I miss you dearly and pledge to carry on your legacy. You have impacted my life in such a profound way. Glad to have been a part of your life.
Rest In Peace my bro. Sister Dawn

My Brother how time has flown away,as we look forward to celebrate 7 years since you physically left us, and to realize that this year mom has joined you, it awesome. This is a divine appointment that mom's  home going service will be held the same day you answered the call to be absent from your body and be in the presence of your Lord and Savior. Wow.
I am just imagine the celebration you both are having now. I remain committed to finish strong like you both did. Forever missed and in our hearts. MOM'S LAST WORDS'' -IT IS WELL

KARTER SUMOWUO . I missed you brother. I missed your voice on the radio. I met you several times and you made a lasting impact upon my life. You are with the Lord now and all is well. The LORD will comfort your family and lead them alone the way. You ran well and finished your race. Hopefully I can finish my race like you did. LOVE YOU ALWAYS!!!

MY BROTHER JUST TO LET YOU KNOW THAT ITS A VERY CHALLENGING  TIME AS MOM IS FACED WITH HEALTH ISSUES.  SHE CONTINUES TO SAY THAT IT IS WELL WITH HER SOUL AND SHE IS READY TO FRY AWAY AND BE WITH THE LOVER OF HER SOUL AND THE LIFTER OF HER HEAD.

I don't have enough words to express, oh how I missed You!!
Sleep Pastor Smith!!

Always in our thoughts - much love Brother......God knows Best...#legacy will cont'd in Jesus name!!

September 3rd is a very special day on the calendar that I cannot and will not forget. LS you are remembered in a special way today because it would have been a great celebration to mark your 60th birthday but God knows best..you was my friend, brother, husband and pastor.. You moved to your mansion and left us your vision to carry on ..and with the help of God we will continue to run with the vision ..Sleep on LS..You are greatly missed!!

It’s hard to forget such a beautiful human being who has left an indelible mark on the lives of thounds across the world in his short life’s span. You certainly have impacted my life in numerous ways. May your beautiful soul continue to Rest In Peace.

Message from Mom, Anita
To My beloved Son: I miss you but know you are in a better place. I love you. Things are so different since you passed but I am holding on. Thank God for His mercies towards me and am keeping the faith.
Today is a sad day my son. Love you more than words can say

I am sending this message with mixed feelings but have to console myself that you are with your Creator.. Oh how time flies You would have been having a grand time at 60! starting the celebration from the first through the end of September. I miss you dearly but the memories left behind are permanently etched in my heart. Death may have taken you out of sight but not out of my heart.
Dave, am doing my part to keep the legacy alive that you have worked so hard to build. Great news about Countdown Church in Jamaica! Richly blessed to have had a brother like you. Let me finish as it is very difficult to organize my thoughts. I keep singing one of your favorite songs" His Voice Makes A Difference:
Dawn - Sister

HAPPY BIRTHDAY MY DEAR BROTHER AS YOU CELEBRATE ANOTHER YEAR WITH THE LOVER OF YOUR SOUL. I'M SURE YOU PREFER TO BE WITH JESUS THAN TO BE IN THIS WORLD WHERE THERE IS SO MUCH  EVIL AND TRULY YOUR PROPHETIC MESSAGE IN YOUR BOOK" SAY NO TO THAT MARK" IS SO SO EVIDENT NOW
IF YOU WERE HERE IN THE NATURAL, YOU WOULD HAVE PLANNED YOUR 60TH WITH A BANG. GUESS WHAT YOU WERE REMEMBERED AND WILL ALWAYS BE MISSED. REST MY BROTHER, AS YOU CONTINUE TO ENJOY ALL YOUR BIRTHDAYS WITH JESUS. SEE YOU IN THE MORNING LUV YA . ITS STILL A FUN TO SEE SATAN LOOSE
AS WE THANK GOD FOR WATCHING OVER THE VISION YOU PLANTED. OTHERS ARE WATERING, AS WE WATCH GOD BRING THE INCREASE

Its been a few month since i have paused to pay tribute to a very special and unforgettable man of God. It hasn't gotten better dealing with your absence- NOT A LOSS- HEAVEN'S GAIN.  I so think of you when I sit back and reminisce on those Blood songs that you so LOVE . They are carrying me thru life's highs and lows. Truly God is amazing. I console my self with this thought that  God knows best. REST MY BROTHER -STILL WORKING TO SEE YOU IN THAT GREAT GETTING UP MORNING.

Just to reflect on the length of time since you have left us, it seems to be just like yesterday. Your Legacy still lives on, and will continue to until we join you . Thanks for making such a life time impact on me. You are still missed . Memories are cherished. Rest my Bro Rest. I can just imagine how happy you are, See you

My Brother - I can't believe its 6 yrs already - there's not a day that goes by that you're not in my thoughts...Gone but NEVER forgotten--your LEGACY will lives on-Blessings to the FEM Ministry & Countdown Min...

Sent on Behalf of Janice Ewen- Trinidad:

The thing that comforts me is our last conversation together. Your comforting words gave me peace for the hurt from those who said to me" God bless you I love you". Thank you again Pastor for having such trust in me. You will always be alive in my heart. When I look around in my life and see where I am today, I thank you for pastoring me with such wisdom to hold onto the Word and use it- and can now pass it on to others to walk the walk and don't sit around and look like "Miss Beulah donkey". Your funny sayings, how can I forget you? I love you. Power in the Blood.

When the good Lord calls us to rest, no man can awake us. So as mere mortals, we give thanks to Him that even though He calls many to rest, and even though this leaves us all in grief, we must rejoice and delight in knowing that by faith, that God's elects rest with Him in glory.

By our continued work in faith, God's work continues...to God be the glory

"God gave life He takes it away; He is the Potter and I am the clay
When I view the last sunset and cross over sea, I know sunrise will be waiting for me
Oh what a sunrise it's going to be; Death will lose its sting, the grave its victory,Silence will be broken, and the storm clouds rolled away, I hear the saints of angels singing on our homecoming day" (sung by one of your favorite gospel groups -Grace Thrillers).
This song has been on my mind since I woke up and thought it fitting to include in this tribute. It's hard to believe today marks your sixth anniversary- seems as though it were yesterday my dearly beloved brother. I am trying to maintain my composure although it is quite difficult. Your legacy lives on and moreso the positive difference you made in the World has left an indelible mark on countless others. In fact, there are individuals whom I have met who were not aware of your passing and who have recounted personal experiences how you contributed to their personal and spiritual growth. You would be pleased to know also that the Countdown Program which is aired each Friday nite continues to be a blessing -your legacy lives on by God's grace. I find solace in Psalm 116:15- "Precious in the sight of the Lord is the death of His saints". Oh, how sweet to rest in the arms of Jesus, Oh how sweet to know you are safe from all harm - are my parting words. Miss you, miss you terribly Rest in peace Dave!!!
From Sister Dawn -(your look-alike)

Can’t believe that is has been 6 years since you are gone.But it just shows that time is just drawing us closer to be together again for eternity looking forward for that day

WOW!!! LS, Its hard to believe that today has been 6 years since you left us for your new home. It seems as it was just yesterday, time is really going by fast.  There are so many memories about you that I will always cherish. A FEMITE and myself was laughing a few minutes ago about one of the way you would use to promote our End of year Ball... You would say something like this.." I have a special pointed toes shoes to wear to this Ball.. for you to see it , you MUST attend... so make sure you buy your ticket soon... laughing" There was only one Leighton .....Hon your legacy lives on and on and on....By the help of God we are carrying on the work God has used you to start. ,,LS you will be FOREVER MISSED!!!!!

Once again I have to face the reality that indeed you have traded your old tattered garment for your robe of white. I can just imagine how free at last you are. They continue to say that time heals the wound, but it surely hasn't healed ours. We continue to honor your legacy as best as we possible can. You are truly missed. The many end times events that continue to unfold as you so accurately unveiled in the much sort out book," Stay No To the Mark". is amazing. My brother you have left a void in our lives that cannot be filled, but we take comfort in the fact that you "FINISHED STRONG" , AND WE LOOK FORWARD TO THAT HEAVENLY CELEBRATION.  As we remember you today we are are encouraged that "MOM" is finally coming home after been away in the hospital and Rehab the same time period that you did. Thank God that history hasn't repeated itself thus far. We are so thankful. PRAISE GOD

Wow!!! Daddy, I really miss you. This tribute is well overdue. I can't believe it's been 5 years since you've been gone, physically. Trust me, you are very much alive in out hearts and memories. For my birthday, I do what you used to do, alarm the people ahead of time of that special day, but I haven't been getting the gifts you used to get... :) I will keep working on it..... :) I've gleaned so much from you, being spiritually born in your hands, being baptized by you, being your 1st wedding and so much more. Thank you for all you've imparted into me. Thanks for the love, dedication, unselfishness, wisdom and knowledge, teaching me about the blood of Jesus, and most of all being a true man of God. "He was my Father, my Brother, my Pastor, my Friend, Daddy I miss you but you've taught me well. To your mansion in glory you have moved on, but you left with us your vision to carry on." Gone but not forgotten. Until I see you again. I love you. - your son

How hard it was to think that another year has passed for the anniversary of your birth. You still are greatly missed. As we still continue to celebrate your impact on our lives, we give God thanks that the vision is still alive, though beset my many challenges. But we take comfort that it's built on Jesus Christ the solid Rock, and the gates of hell cannot. shall not and will not prevail against it. Rest my brother. I am determined to see you again. Celebrate with Jesus

WOW.....It's hard to believe that 5 years has passed since you left me to your new home. LS, you are not here physically but you will always be in my thought. When I feel down your words to me help to get up and keep going, yes! I will make it. We had memories of you in church yesterday, some of them was very funny, we laughed and cried. LS,YOU ARE GREATLY MISSED.

FEM Wall Street NY
Remembering Our Late Pastor

Today would have been a very special day for our Late Pastor Leighton D. Smith. He always looks forward to the celebration of his birthday.

It’s hard to believe 5 years has already passed since we say good bye to our Pastor, Father and Friend. He was one of the few who would not compromise the true Gospel. He was a passionate Christ follower who never afraid to step into uncharted waters. He taught us not to compromise our identity and how to use the Blood of Jesus.

We will cherish the memory of his unselfish life and we will continue to teach and live those things we were taught.

SLEEP IN PEACE GOD’S GENERAL!!

The work continues by those who have remained faithful, and you remain ALWAYS missed. May God bless your soul

Today marks the 59th anniversary of my late brother's birth. (affectionately called Dave).  I went to bed with you on my mind and woke up singing the song" The only real peace that I have dear Lord is in you" Am still trying to cope with the reality you are no longer here but in a better place. There is not a day that goes by that I do not think of you. I know you would not want me to be fretting (and you would be calling me by my nick-name too). The family is holding on and working to keep your legacy alive. In a few weeks will be Countdown's Fourteenth Anniversary. I visualize you sitting in your chair on the platform in St. Ann. Dave I am encouraged by the work you did while with us and much of what you taught is is now fulfilling before our very eyes.

Borrowing the words of someone who penned this poem; "For this journey that we must take and each must go alone, It's all a part of the Master's plan, a step on the road to home".  Sleep on my brother you are safe in the Master's arms.. Miss you terribly! Dawn Sister

As i reminiscence about your contributions to the body of Christ on this day which would be your 59th Birthday I'm so grateful that you were obedient to the call of God onYour life because every day the things you taught are manifesting more and more and so we are encouraged to continue saying no to the mark.your race was well run now you can enjoy the rewards

My brother you're gone but never forgotten your legacy will cont'd in Jesus Name!! What a special day -
I can imagine @ FEM & Countdown Ministry today!! Hope to see u again :-) love u Bro!

Just a note to say how greatly missed you still are. Continue to rest my brother. You planted, we are watering, and watch God give the increase. We are truly living in the last day. but we will remember you encouraged us to SAY NO TO THE MARK.

It is Father's Day and I cannot help but think of you my dearly beloved brother. Yes you have fathered countless children and your love, devotion and encouragement with great leadership inspire us to be the best we can and be knowledgeable in the Word. Thank you for the time you were with us and the impact you made. I am still listening to some of your favorite hymns - the ones we sang together on my visit with you "His Voice Makes The Difference" "Thank You Lord for One More Day"...your quote: "If you think education is expensive try ignorance". Your legacy is alive today (Countdown radio program is indeed a blessing and we thank God for those whom you have groomed while on earth. You would be proud of your daughter KW who recently graduated despite the challenges. MISSING YOU TERRIBLY but I know you are in the arms of Jesus!Sister Dawn

Just to let you know that mom and I listened to your last Father's Day message today. " What you want to hear Fathers day message. Who is running this show. God or the devil? ..... ". Wow!! what a prayer. Your voice is so alive. You certainly are still alive in our hearts. You have rehearsed well and is awaiting the great ceremony in the sky. Cant wait to see you in your glorified body. No grave cannot hold your body down. Its my desire to meet you and my other loves ones there. I am encouraged by the life you lived. Well done., Mission accomplished

Pastor Leighton D. Smith, you have finished your assignment on earth and your father has called you home to a greater work. But on this Father's day many of your spiritual children surely miss you around but we are doing our best to carry on the great legacy you have left behind. RIP Pastor LS.

Just to let you know that you are thought of. There is still a void that hasn't been filled., Your memories lives on. I will continue to do my best to keep your vision alive, particularly in Higgin Town. Signs of the time are here like you accurately predicted. You are missed and loved
Rest by Brother . Cant wait to see you again. Love Always

Brother I can't get you out of my mind! Yes it's early in the morning and I just had to write this little tribute. Your prophecies as they relate to end-time events are being fulfilled before our very eyes.
Doing my part in blessing others with your book which is still receiving rave reviews and is relevant today. Always will remember you Dave. Memories of you are permanently etched in my mind.

RIP Bro. Dawn-Sister

Every Friday night when I tune in to Countdown, I miss Pastor Smith still. Countdown just isn't the same without him. Always an ache in my heart

My beloved brother........not a day pass that you're not in my thoughts..R.I.P..Gone but not forgotten......love you FOREVER!

Today marks five years since you left us. Admittedly, I found it easier this time to pen this tribute without getting emotional. Today, not by coincidence I believe, the devotionals I read highlighted the topic "Sorrow's Aftermath" and I am able to put my pain in perspective. I cannot tell you how much you are missed but while my flesh and heart fail, God has given me the strength to go on. Brother, you have fought a good fight, finished your course and gone Home to be with your Lord and Savior. I also took a stroll down memory lane to reflect on the words of an anonymous author:
"I have been through the valley of weeping; The valley of sorrow and pain; But the God of all comfort was with me; At hand to uphold and sustain. RIP Dave.  I WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER YOU. And we are doing our part to keep the legacy alive. 
Your Sister- Dawn