ELLERBE — Cecil Eli Smith, 59, of Ellerbe, passed away on Friday, Jan. 7, 2022 surrounded by his family at his home.
He was born on Jan. 28, 1962 in Richmond County, a son of Ralph Smith and Iris Vernelle Shular Smith.
He was an avid hunter, avid crappie fisherman, and loved his grandchildren. He had worked with Robinson Auto Diesel, Commonwealth Hosiery, T & S Mills and Renfro/Fruit of the Loom.
He is survived by his wife, Debra “Debbie” Smith; children, Ashley Hogan (Adam), Amanda McLain (Garrett McIntyre), Tabitha Davis (Eddie), Joshua Smith (Leigh Anne), Terri Cassidy (Mack); grandchildren, Brianna, Kelsey, Adena, Hunter, Aliyana, Kinleigh, Presley, Natalie, Sean, Casey, Trevor, Hailey, Brantley, Zackary, Jackson, Kayli, James; and two great-grandchildren on the way; three of his sisters, Betty West (Tommy West), Patsy Everett (Richard Everett), Judy Robinson (Larry Robinson); and their children and grandchildren. .
A memorial service with Pastor Wayne Luck officiating will be held on Monday, Jan. 10, 2022 at 2 p.m. in the chapel of Carter Funeral Home in Ellerbe.
The family will receive friends on Sunday from 6-8 p.m. at Carter funeral Home in Ellerbe.
Facial coverings and social distancing are required and requested by the family.
Condolences may be made online at www.carterfuneral.net.
Carter Funeral Home is assisting the Smith family.
