Ed Robert Smith Jr., 89, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021, at UNC Hospice in Pittsboro.
Mr. Smith Laid in Repose on Tuesday, July 27, from 12 to 5 p.m. at Smith & Buckner Funeral Home. A graveside service will be held at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, July 28, 2021, at Loves Creek Baptist Cemetery, with Rev. Kenny Black officiating. The family requests that no food be brought to the home.
Mr. Smith was born in Chatham County on February 4, 1932. He was the son of Ed Robert Smith Sr. and Eva Hester Smith. Ed was a member of Loves Creek Baptist Church. He retired from Auto Systems of Ramseur and was also a retired farmer. Ed was an Army Veteran, serving in the Korean War, stationed in Germany. Ed was preceded in death by his parents.
He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Carlene Williamson Smith; and a son, Ed Robert Smith III of Siler City.
Memorials may be made to Loves Creek Baptist Church, 1745 East 11th Street, Siler City, N.C. 27344.
Online condolences may be made at www.pughfuneralhome.com.
Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is assisting the Smith family.