Rachel Nadel Smelser Obituary
It is with sadness that the passing of Rachel Nadel Smelser of Roanoke, Virginia is shared. Rachel, born on September 19, 1937, passed away on October 12, 2026. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rachel Nadel Smelser to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Elmer Kelly and Esterline Nadel Mantheny; and her husband Billy Eugene Smelser. She is survived by: her daughters, Dreama Powell (Randy) and Denise Landis (Justin); her grandchildren, Christopher Powell (Heather), Bradley Smelser (Samantha) and Samantha Deck (Justin); her great grandchildren, Noah Powell, Jacob Powell, Isaiah Powell, Nova Smelser, Brody Deck, Garrett Deck and Carter Deck; and her sister Louise Hogan.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday, October 15th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Oakey's North Chapel (6732 Peters Crk Rd NW, Roanoke, VA 24019).
