John Schilberg
I met "Smitty" through a competitor to my station in Amarillo. I was Chief Engineer of KFDA-TV when my cross-town friend, Bill Canady, introduced us. Bill told me in advance of the deep respect he had for Smitty. When I finally met him, a beautiful, smiling, charming woman was at his side. What a treat it was to meet both Smitty and his lovely wife Hermagene.
Bill Smith was a gem of a man, who readily shared his knowledge and expertise as though his calling was to be a teacher. And teach he did! Rest in peace, Smitty. And enjoy the reunion with that sweet gal of yours!