Obituary for Cora Washington Smith

Cora Washington Smith,84, of Durham, N.C. passed away on October 23, 2023. Cora was born
on May 30, 1939, to Harry and Bertha Washington in Harnett County. She is survived by her husband, Reverend Charles Daniel Smith of whom she shared 54 years of marriage. Cora is lovingly remembered
by her daughter, Dr. Charlos (Anthony)Banks, and son, Thaddeus (Zarquta) Smith, who both provided her with a host of grandchildren and great grandchildren which brought her an abundance of joy.

Cora is also survived by three siblings: Alice Hamilton, Hazel Baker, and James Washington,
along with a host of nieces and nephews. Prior to recently relocating to Greensboro, N.C. to reside with her daughter, Cora was a proud Durham resident who practiced nursing for over 50 years in the community. She was a faithful member of Union Baptist Church in Durham, N.C., where she sang in the Women’s Chorale until she became ill.

A Celebration of Life ceremony will be held on November 5, 2023, at 1:00 PM at Spout Springs Presbyterian Church in Cameron, N.C. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Kidney Fund and American Cancer Association. All cards should be sent to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home C/O Cora Smith Family 909 East Market Street Greensboro, N.C. 27401.
The family appreciates your loving thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.