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Obituary For Willie Gray Smith, Jr.

Willie G. Smith, Jr. 66, of Walnut- Cove, NC died January 16, 2021. There will be a public viewing Thursday, January 21, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The family will have a Graveside Service at Fairview Cemetery, Walnut Cove, NC Friday, January 22, 2021 at 11:00 a.m.

Willie, better known as “Scoo-Boo”, passed unexpectedly on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at his residence. Willie was born to the late Willie Gray Smith, Sr. and Ada Dixon Smith on May 23, 1954. Willie graduated from South Stokes High School in 1972. Willie retired from the Stokes County School System after 29 years of service. He was a member of New London Progressive Primitive Baptist Church, Walnut Cove, NC. Willie was a mentor to his nephews and kids in the community and he was the #1 fan of the N. C. Tarheels basketball and the Carolina Panthers football team. He was also preceded in death by his brother, James Smith.

He leaves to cherish his memories: His son; Travis of Walnut Cove, NC, daughter; Renea of Eden, NC, three grandchildren; Kadejah, Devan, Tyliz, four sisters; Ada Lister (Willie), Marsha Smith, Lila Smith, Sudie Brown (Tony) all of Walnut Cove, NC, three brothers; Curtis Smith, Don Smith both of Walnut Cove, NC, Dean Smith of Pinnacle, NC, a life-long friends; Ethelene France, five godchildren; Roger, Nikki, Carolyn, Richard, Joy, seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, sister-in-law; Barbara Smith, two uncles; Harry and James Smith (Priscilla) both of Walnut Cove, NC, five aunts; Sarah Welch, Lucille Sapp, Blanche Bowman, Znonia Smith, Darlene Smith all of Walnut Cove, NC, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, his honorary friend, Rev. Michael W. King and best friends, Wesley, Dewey and Tracy.

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Praying that God will fill you hearts with memories of Willie. May God bless and keep you close my dear family, with much love always Keith & Comaletha Hughes

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I am so very sorry for your loss. Ecwas such a good person and will be missed by so many. Hard to niece he's hone. Prayers for you all.

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I am extremely sorry for your loss. I will always love my Dadio. The best man I've known since my own dad. Blessing.

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Willie will be truly missed. He never seem to meet a stranger. Dean Smith and family our deepest sympathies... sincerely Anthony and Connie Eaton

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Condolences to the Smith family. You are in our prayers. Allen and Phyllis Jackson

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Condolences to the Smith family. We pray God will send light and love to fill the void you feel right now.

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My thoughts and prayers are with the Smith Family , my heart is sadden, Willie G Smith Jr. ( Scoo Boo) will truly be missed, his kind and humble spirit , smile and humour. The Smith Family is a part of my family, I love them. I will continue to keep the family in my prayers. On behalf of the Town of Walnut Cove, City Manager Kim Greenwood , Commissioners you have our sincere condolences. 2 Corinthians 5:8 We are confident, I say, and willing rather to be absent from the body and to present with the Lord . Mayor Nellie Brown

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Praying for the family.

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I will always keep you close to my heart Wille. You've been a great cousin through the years. I will miss you. With Love, Floyd Sapp

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Those of us that worked at London (WCI) with Willie loved him so much. He was always, always so kind, friendly, and caring—we were all a close knit family. I am so sorry to hear of this good man's passing and extend my deepest condolences to his family. I will keep you all in my prayers. Rest In Peace dear Willie. Love, Robin Blackburn❤️

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Condolences to the family,I felt a special bond with Willie since the eighties and the time we spent at WCI (London Elementary)Willie had a strong bond with the faculty and staff and his pride in the condition and look of the building and campus was top tier./ RIP my friend - way to early Love Larry and Dianne Durham

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Gods light has always shined upon you. God has taken his angel home to recieve his wings. Fly Away to Glory !!!!

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I have known Willie for many many years and have always loved talking to him whenever we saw each other out in the community . RIP my friend. Robin Bowman

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Gods light has always shined upon you. What a strong angel God has!!!

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A realy great human being,an honor to have known him,prayers are with the family.

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From Deborah Hairston Sykes

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My sympathy to you and your family. I only met him once, we shared one of the most special days people can share. That's the birth of a child. Our families will always be connected because of that special person. He seemed to be a man who cared about his family,willing to do whatever he could do for them. I know he will be sadly missed. But his memories you shared with him will help get you through the sadness and hard times. No one can take that from you. Our prayer and thoughts go out to you.

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Prayers and comfort to the Family of Willie G. Smith Jr. Willie, (Scoo Boo) will always be in my heart. He was not only my cousin but my friend and classmate. I will always cherish all our of our childhood memories. RIHP my cousin, my friend. Love you always.

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Praying for the family. You all is in my Prayers...from Thurby Chapman n Family

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Praying for the family. I always thought a lot of Willie. He was a good man and a great co worker. Willie will be greatly missed.

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Mary Jo Tilley added condolences

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I'm so sorry to hear of Willies passing. I thought a lot of Willie. Y'all have my deepest sympathies. I will be praying for grace,strength & comfort for the family.

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