Charles Edward Smith
November 6, 1930 ~ January 16, 2020
Born in:
Asheville, NC
Resided in:
Asheville, NC
Charles Edward Smith, 89, of Asheville, passed away on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at the Elizabeth House.
A native of Buncombe Co., Charles was a son of the late Rufus and Mabel Bryan Smith. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Barbara Arleen Brownlee Smith, a great-grandson, and a sister, Frances Warren.
Mr. Smith was a veteran of the U.S. Army. He worked for Southern Bell/Bell South, and was a member of Acton United Methodist Church.
He is survived by his daughters, Leesa Luther (Tony) and Leslie Clark (Greg); son, Brian Smith (Sheila); four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and sister, Evelyn Hyer.
The graveside service with military honors will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, January 21, at Forest Lawn Memorial Park. Pastor Bob Kretzu, Acton United Methodist Church, will officiate.
His family will receive friends from 12:30 to 1:45 p.m. on Tuesday at Groce Funeral Home on Patton Avenue, prior to the service.
Services
Visitation: January 21, 2020 12:30 pm - April 25, 2024 1:45 pm
Groce Funeral Home - Patton Ave.
1401 Patton Ave.
Asheville, NC 28806
(828)252-3535
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com
Graveside Service: January 21, 2020 2:00 pm
Forest Lawn Memorial Park
1498 Sand Hill Road
Candler, NC 28715
828-667-8715
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Charlie was a joy to know and work with at the telephone company. We would have a get together at someone house after payday for snacks and cards. He always went the extra mile to give the customer service. He will be missed.
Worked with Charlie at AT&T. One true Gentleman. So dedicated to his work and a grest friend. Feel blessed to have known him. Did not know your Mother had passed also my Deepest sympathy to your Family .May God be with each of you.
I have known Charlie since Jr High School and High School at Lee H Edwards. He was always smiling and seemed happy. I am so sorry to know that our class of 1950 has lost him and send our deepest sympathies to the family. May God bless you all.