ROCKY MOUNT - Grady Lee Smith, Sr., age 74, passed away on Tuesday, September 14, 2021. Born in Edgecombe County, NC on February 5, 1947, he was the son of the late Elijah Ruffin Smith and Minnie Clara Joyner Smith. He was also preceded in death by his sisters, Katherine Catlett and Letha Rowe; his brothers, Troy Ruffin Smith and Coy Smith.
Grady was a man of Great Faith; he was a Pastor at Grace Freewill Baptist Church. His life was filled with happiness, love, and a strong spiritual devotion to his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He loved farming, bluegrass music and working on his tractors. He was a loving family man, and cherished his time spent with his wife, children and grandchildren.
Grady is survived by his wife of 51 years, Linda Little Smith; his daughters, Jennie Smith Webb (Stephen) and Autumn McLaughlin (Sean); his son, Grady Lee Smith, Jr. (Haley); his grandchildren, Summer Faith McLaughlin, Winter Hope McLaughlin, Sean Patrick McLaughlin, II., Olivia EvaMarie Webb, Isabel RoseMarie Webb, Stephen Elijah George Webb and August Kindred Smith; his brothers, Shelton Smith and Floyd Smith; and many nieces and nephews.
A Graveside Service to celebrate Grady's life will be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Pastor Mike Renfrow officiating. The family will receive friends and relatives on Thursday September 16, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount, NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
Visitation
Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Thursday 9/16, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
The family will receive friends and relatives on Thursday September 16, 2021 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home.
Service
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 9/17, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
A Graveside Service to celebrate Grady's life will be held on Friday, September 17, 2021 at 11:00 AM at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Pastor Mike Renfrow officiating.
Cemetery
Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
Friday 9/17, 11:00 am - 11:30 am
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family’s loss.
Our sincerest condolences and prayers.
I will always remember what a wonderful person my Uncle was, And will miss him so much! I love you family and I am still praying. May we all find peace and comfort in knowing that he’s definitely in a much better place and will know no pain . RIH Uncle Grady ! I love you !
This saddens me so. Mr Smith installed my initial home security system and again when I relocated. He was a fine man whom I am so glad I got to know. Even though I pay my bills online, I always look forward to reading the Bible verse that is printed on my bill. My condolences to his family.
Linda and family My thoughts and prayers are with you. Such wonderful memories of Grady. His testimony and life will never be forgotten. God bless each of you.
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Randy and Gail Coley lit a candle
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Haley Smith lit a candle
Uncle Grady I going to miss you so sorry Aunt Linda for your loss and the family you will be in my thoughts and prayer. 🙏🙏🙏
I love you Uncle Grady. Phyllis
So sorry to hear of your loss. Having just lost Brian I can understand your grief and pain. Please know although I cannot be there my heart is. He was so loved. Always happy with good things to say about everyone. He set a great example. I will miss him so much. Love from Cassie, Kinsley and Phyllis
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Teresa Stocks lit a candle
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Paul Armstrong lit a candle
Linda and family, Billy and I were so sad to hear the news of Grady’s passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and the family. Praying for strength and comfort during this time of bereavement. Grady had a big heart, so musically gifted and will never be forgotten for his kind smile.
Linda & Jennie, Grady was one of the finest people I have ever known. He always treated me more than fair, both in business and personally. We did business with you at Bobby Murray Toyota for years, as well as at the 2 homes we built. My condolences go out to you and the rest of your family.
I’m so sorry to hear about Grady’s passing. He was such a nice, kind man and I appreciate he and Linda taking care of my home security system for 25 years. I know he will be missed by many.
I am very saddened to hear of Grady’s passing. I met him several years ago working at MBM. Even over the years seeing him, he has always been the most friendly person. Always smiling and had a good word. I know he will be missed tremendously. My condolences to the family. You are in my prayers.
Linda, and family, I was so sorry to hear about Grady passing! I will remember him as always being so full of love and laughter. Take heart! He is with our Lord now, and singing with the angels! ❤️
We are deeply saddened by Grady’s Passing, I have know Grady for almost 50 years, he has always had a smile on his face, Loved The Lord and took care of what ever our Alarm Needs were. Grady definitely made the world a better place and helped to keep many people and businesses safe with his security work. We pray for comfort and peace for Linda, Shawn, Patrick and Family at this time. We are Blessed to have know Grady and will miss him so much, but a part of Grady will continue on in all of us in the affect he had on us all!
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, John Little lit a candle
Our thoughts and prayers for peace and strength are with you during this time of loss. May you cherish your many memories and may God wrap his loving arms around each of you.
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Mike and Kim Jones lit a candle
Grady and family have been the best neighbors, our children played and grew up together. Grady was such a good Christian man and I’m going to miss him so. He was a wonderful example for all to see God’s love. He will be missed and never forgotten. My love to the family.
My heart breaks for Linda and the family. Grady was a good man and will be greatly missed. Prayer for the family. 🙏🙏🙏
Linda, Even though I don’t see your family as often as in the past, I have fond memories of the times we spent together. I am so sorry to learn of Grady passing. I know he was the love of your life and will always be in your heart. Autumn, Jennie and Grady Jr. , I am so sorry for the loss of your father. He was a good man.
In memory of Grady Lee Smith, Sr, Grady Smith lit a candle
R,I.P
I am sadden to hear about the passing of Grady Smith. Praying for God to wrap his loving arms around the Smith family and provide comfort during this difficult time. Heaven gained a beautiful angel.
I’m so sorry Linda for your loss and that I didn’t know of his passing sooner. He was always so nice to me and my mom during the years he has provided security to our homes. My prayers are with you and your family. As I told you a little while ago, if you ever need just to talk, please give me a call.