Larry Ray Smith

larry smith

July 10, 1948 ~ January 2, 2025

Born in: Dayton, Ohio
Resided in: Zirconia, North Carolina

Light a Candle

Add a Memory to the Timeline

Sign the Guestbook

Send Flowers

Memorial Tree Plantings

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Larry Ray Smith, 76, of Zirconia on Thursday, January 2, 2025, in his residence with his family by his side.

Born in Dayton, Ohio, he was the son of the late Harry and Helen (Sloan) Smith. He married the love of his life, Dianne (Faught) Smith, in 1975 and shared 49 years of marriage and 2 children with her.

Larry is survived by his wife, Dianne Smith; son, Blake Smith, and his daughter and son-in-law, Audra and Steven Durham; grandchildren, Joseph Schultz, Liam and Emerson Smith, Zooey and Madison Durham; brother and sister-in-law Scott and Tracye Smith.

Larry had a passion for life and working with his hands. He was a woodworker and Blacksmith. There was nothing he could not fix. He loved baseball, old western movies, and classic cars. More than anything, he loved his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. He gave with his entire heart and soul. As we grapple with the loss of his physical presence, we will find solace in the love he instilled in us.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 PM on Thursday, January 9, 2025, at Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian. Friends will be received after the service at the funeral home.

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian is assisting the family.

Services

Memorial Service: January 9, 2025 2:00 pm

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Add to My Calendar America/New_York 2025-01-09 14:00:00 2025-01-09 14:00:00 LarryRaySmithMemorial Service Memorial Service 72 Long Shoals Road,Arden, NC 28704

Show Location on Map

Funeral Home Assisting The Family:

Groce Funeral Home at Lake Julian
72 Long Shoals Road
Arden, NC 28704
(828)687-3530
http://www.grocefuneralhome.com

Add to My Calendar America/New_York 1970-01-01 00:00:00 1970-01-01 00:00:00 LarryRaySmithFuneral Home Assisting The Family Funeral Home Assisting The Family 72 Long Shoals Road,Arden, NC 28704

Show Location on Map

View current weather.

Memories Timeline

View the Timeline Add a Memory to the Timeline

Guestbook

  1. I am praying for peace and comfort for the entire Smith family during this very difficult time. Audra, you are in our thoughts and prayers.

    Reply

  2. My deepest condolences to you Audra and the rest of the Smith family and friends.
    May you be blessed with strength and peace during this difficult time.
    Mr. Smith, may you rest in peace and look after your loved ones from heaven.

    Reply

  3. Audra may your family find comfort and peace in knowing that your father was loved. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Be encouraged in the Lord and ask for strength to carry you through.

    Reply

  5. I am so sorry for your loss. May God’s love surround and comfort you and your family. May your memories fill your heart with joy. Your dad is always in your heart Audra and the memories you shared. Your father lives on in all the things he taught you and the person you are today. Praying for peace for your family and your father in heaven. 🫂🕊🙏

    Reply

  8. Audra, I offer my sincerest condolences to you and your family. Praying for strength and peace as you grieve. May the memories you shared with your dad bring you much comfort.
    Psalm 34:18.

    Reply

  9. I cannot begin to explain how much I loved you Larry. You were in my heart from the moment I met you. We had a wonderful life together and two wonderful children, and now grandchildren. You were a wonderful Husband, Dad and Grand Dad. We were always happy as long as we were together.
    I know that in order to have the joy of having you in my life, I now must accept the pain of losing you. The worst pain of my life, but I wouldn’t trade one minute of our life together. Please look for me Honey, one day I’ll see you again. I love you with all my heart. Dianne

    Reply

Sign the Guestbook, Light a Candle

Accessibility Tools
hide