Vester “Pee Wee” Smith, 78, passed away Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2021, at Hospice Haven.
He was born in Stokes County, Jan. 8, 1943, son of Sam Smith and Mary Stevens Smith.
“Pee Wee,” as most people knew him, was a very likeable, kind man. He was a former heavy equipment operator, a job suited perfect for a person that enjoyed being outdoors. He enjoyed his tractor and doing woodwork as well. He loved people and loved his family.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, Beulah Yates Smith; brothers, Leo, James, Hassel Lee and Billy Joe Smith; sisters, Dorothy Cherry, Alice Teal and Mary Teal.
Survivors include his wife, Molly Black Smith of the home; son, Samuel Lee Smith (Theressa) of Rockingham; two grandchildren, Samuel Lee Smith Jr. and Ashley Smith; sister, Curlie “Jean” Speight of Lumberton; stepdaughters, Denise Rainwater (William) of Southport and Tammy Hoffman (Ernest) of Rockingham; stepson, Billy Hoffman of Rockingham; and eight step-grandchildren.
A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021 at Sweet Haven Church, Rockingham, at 11 a.m., the Rev. Mitchell Roller will be officiating.
Please wear a mask and continue to practice social distancing.
Harrington Funeral Home & Crematory is serving the Smith family.
Online condolences may be made at www.harringtonfuneralhome.com.
