Ernest Marvin Smith, Jr., 79, of Morganton, NC went to his heavenly home on May 7, 2024 after a period of declining health.
Born in Burke County, NC on July 28, 1944, he was the son of Ernest Marvin Smith, Sr. and Velva Etta Robinson Smith. Ernest was a member of Cross Memorial Baptist Church. He was a devoted family man. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, gardening and just being outdoors in the beautiful world God created for us. He especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.
Those left to cherish his memory are his wife of 59 years, Billie Barnette Smith; daughters, Kim Sparks, Pam (Tim) Baldwin; grandchildren, Zach and Justin Sparks, Sara and Maddie Baldwin; father, Ernest Marvin Smith, Sr.; sisters, Pat Denton and Hazel Williamson.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Velva Etta Robinson Smith and brother, Hubert Ray Smith.
A graveside service will be held at Burke Memorial Park at 11 a.m., Friday, May 10, 2024, with Dr. Jeffrey Beach officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Amorem Hospice Care, 902 Kirkwood Street NW, Lenoir, NC 28645.
Heritage Funeral Service & Crematory is assisting the Smith family.
Frank and Ernest have been friends for 58 years. They hunted, fished, raced motorcycles, gardened, built a pond, and hunting cabin together , along with Robert McCracken. Lots of fond memories to cherish. They were there for each other when the other needed a hand. He will definitely be missed.
Billie, Kim, Pam, and family ,our deepest condolences and love.
Your family is in my prayers and thoughts Anything you ever need please call and let me know you were a special couple beatiful together love poured from you both My deepest ondolences
There is nothing I can say will ease your pain but I am forever sorry for your losing someone so special.. Earnest was such a caring person and will be missed.. My thoughts and prayers are with you ..
Melba Floyd