Born December 30, 1953 in Cleveland County he was a son of the late John Hartsell Smith and Molly Viola Howell Smith. 

In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a brother, John Smith.

Survivors include a son, Roger Smith of Patterson Springs; daughter, Donna Vassey and husband, Jeff of Lawndale; three grandchildren, Jasmin and Xavier Jones and Michael Ogle; and a sister, Nancy VonCannon of South Carolina.

The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 5:00PM, Sunday at the home of Donna & Jeff Vassey, 3744 Fallston Waco Road, Lawndale.

Burial will be private

A guest register is available at www.stameyfuneralhome.com.

Arrangements by Stamey Funeral Home, Fallston.