John Barrie Smith
April 26, 1942 ~ September 8, 2014
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John Barrie Smith, age 72, passed away on Sunday, September 7, 2014. Born in Rocky Mount, NC on April 26, 1942, he was the son of the late Charlie Smith and Mabel (Warbritton) Smith. He was preceded in death by one sister, Violet Davis and one sister-in-law, Francie Smith.
John spent four years in the Navy and belonged to the AOPA-GWAA Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association and Goldsboro Wayne Aviation Authority.
John enjoyed many things in life but none as much as his family. He especially loved talking sports with his grandchildren. As an avid pilot, he shared his passion for aviation with his son and close friends. John's favorite past time was traveling in the Caribbean with his family. He loved business ownership and all of the friends and business acquaintances he acquired.
He is survived by his wife, Jewel Bryant Smith of the home; and by his son, Steven Smith and his wife, Julie of Canton, Georgia. He is survived by his grandchildren: Austin B. Smith, Nolan R. Smith and Lauren M. Smith. John is also survived by one brother, Charles Smith of Nashville, NC.
A funeral service to remember John will be held at 2:00pm, Wednesday, September 10, 2014 at Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home with Reverend Ray Barnhill officiating. Visitation with the family will be held one hour prior to the service from 1:00pm to 2:00pm. Burial will follow at Rocky Mount Memorial Park.
Flowers will be accepted. Memorial can be made to Union Missionary Baptist Church, 9853 East NC 97, Rocky Mount, NC.
Arrangements entrusted to Wheeler and Woodlief Funeral Home, 1130 N. Winstead Avenue, Rocky Mount NC 27804. You may share memories and condolences with the family by visiting www.wheelerwoodlief.com.
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 9/10, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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Wheeler & Woodlief Funeral Home & Cremation Services
1130 N. Winstead Ave.
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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Wednesday 9/10, 2:00 pm
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Rocky Mount Memorial Park
4454 Dortches Blvd., Hwy 43
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
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JEWEL , CHARLIE AND THE REST OF THE FAMILY , I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF YOUR LOSS . I HAD NO IDEA THAT ANYTHING WAS WRONG WITH JOHN . DO NOT KNOW WHAT I CAN DO , IF THERE IS ANY THING THAT I CAN DO , PLEASE LET ME KNOW
John was a great businessman, very likeable, one tough guy! I enjoyed getting to know and talking with John as a business acquaintance. My sympathies and prayers to the family. – Allen Golden
I’m sorry to hear of the loss of your loved one. Jehovah God promises that very soon death and all sorrow will be a thing of the past. Revelation 213,4. And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes, and death will be no more, neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore. The former things have passed away. Also, he promises that there will be a resurrection. This real hope of seeing our dead loved ones live again is found at Acts 2415. I hope the promises of the Bible can bring you and your family comfort during this difficult time.
Thank you Allen. He is still greatly missed. Julie Smith, daughter in law