Trice Funeral Home, Inc. | Fuquay-Varina, NC

Obituary For Hazel Verline Smith

Hazel Verline Smith was the daughter of the late Lloyd Smith, Sr. and Ciddie Bullock of Harnett County. She was born December 3, 1958, and resided at home in Fuquay-Varina where she lived for the past 30+ years. She departed this life and entered eternal rest on March 4, 2024, surrounded by her children and loved ones.

Hazel attended school in Harnett County and later graduated from Fuquay Varina High School. She always had strong work ethics. She worked at Variety Wholesalers in Fuquay Varina where she learned the skill of making beautiful flower arrangements and bows. She was also employed by Quality Cables in Fuquay Varina. In 1999, Hazel found joy in being the Lead Teacher in the Infant Class at the Peppermint Pad where she worked faithfully every day. Hazel worked in the childcare field for over 25 years and enjoyed caring for others babies. She enjoyed cooking for her family and friends. Some of her favorites were the 7-Layer Cake, Homemade Lasagna, Chicken Pot-Pie, her special Toss Salad, Banana Pudding and Lemon Pound Cake.

Hazel accepted Christ as her Savior and joined St. Peters Apostolic Holiness Church of Apex, NC, under the leadership of Elder Grady McKey, where she remained faithful. She loved God and she loved her family. She lived a life that was pleasing to God and a blessing to others.

Hazel was preceded in death by her parents Lloyd Smith Sr. and Ciddie Bullock. She leaves to cherish her memories; her son LaDonte Smith (Shawonna) of Garner, NC. her daughter; Diamond Williams (Shon) of Morrisville, NC. Three grandchildren; Kingston Smith, Justice Smith and Tarrence Moore of Garner, NC. Four sisters; Margaret Kizer (David) of Raleigh, NC, Brenda Burt of Fuquay-Varina, NC, Rosa Baker of Angier, NC, Christy Baker (McArthur) of Fuquay-Varina, NC; Four brothers; Lloyd Smith Jr. (Cynthia) of Wendell, NC, Anthony Smith, Sr. (Jessie) of Fuquay-Varina, NC, Michael Smith of Fuquay-Varina, NC, Timothy Smith, Sr. of Willow Springs, NC; her uncles; Robert McNeil Jr. and Roger McNeil; her Aunts Linda Carroll (Bobby) of Lillington, NC, Minnie Laws (Elbert) of Raleigh, NC, and Helen Evans of New Hill, NC; Twenty-two (22) nieces and nephews; Thirty-Five (35) great-nieces and nephews and a host of cousins and friends.

Visitation: 12:00 - 1:00 pm Saturday, March 9, 2024, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.

Graveside service: 2:30 pm Sunday, March 10, 2024, at St. Peter's Church Cemetery, 5607 Sunset Lake Road Holly Springs, NC 27540.

Guest Book

Loyd my thoughts, and prayers are with your family during your time of bereavement 🙏🏽

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Words can't describe how sorry I am for your loss. Sending my deepest condolences and prayers to the entire family. I'll always remember Hazel's kindness, smiles and laughter. - Leon Kizer Jr. & Family

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My condolences to The Family,Hazel was such a sweet person inside and out,I met Hazel at Variety Wholesalers,we share so many memories, laughter was always in the midst,Go ahead on Hazel and take your rest,we love you but God loves you best, Delores Montgomery and Family

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Rev. Rosa Baker and family, we offer our sincere condolences in the passing of your sister. May the peace and strength of God comfort you in the days ahead. Rev.Johnny and Mary Gilmore.

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Rev. Rosa Baker and family, we offer our sincere condolences to the passing of your sister. May the peace and strength of God comfort you in the days ahead.

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May God Comfort you and keep you all covered in his loving care. May he bring peace and Joy. In Jesus Name . Amen We love you all . Elder Kimberly Giles & Family

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Our condolences to you and the family . May God comfort you all and keep you in perfect peace . In Jesus Name . Amen Praise & Worship OutReach Ministry, Erwin NC Bishop Aaron & Elect Lady Smith , and Church Family .

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I'm sorry for your loss may the lord strengthen you hold you and care for you During this time sincerely, James and Brenda Nesmith

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My sincere prayers and condolences to the Smith family as you mourn the home going of your loved one. Praying God's comfort and strength during this difficult time.

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We are sorry for your loss. Deacon Charles and Deaconess Gail Thorpe

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Farewell, my dear Lafayette elementary friend. The fun memories we made together will always hold a special place in my heart. The laughter you brought and we shared from day to day at school. 😂 I will never ever forget those good days.Your kindness,I will never forget you Hazel Smith. May you Rest In Peace 🙏🏽 Cathy "McKoy"Ray

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Sincere Heartfelt Condolences to the Family of Ms.Hazel Smith praying for family

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Well Sis it took me a few days too even come on here and write about how Beautiful my Sis was..Your Beautiful smile and ALL the talks we had.No matter what time I call or just needed a Hug you was there..Like I told you a few Saturdays ago,take your Rest Sis and Don't worry about Donta,Grands or Diamond because you taught them Very well and I told you I would be there for them No matter what..Sis I miss you Tremendously but I know you was tired so the Lord welcome you home.So Sis take your Rest.. We love you 💜 Angie,Kovington,Leon

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My heartfelt condolences to the family, friends and loved ones of Hazel. I was her neighbor for many years and she always made me beautiful bows for the holidays. May it bring you comfort and peace knowing so many share your loss. Alberta Smith

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To the family of Hazel and her children, Hazel was a pleasant sister at St. Peter's Church. Once she became a member she attended service faithfully. We had conversations and we enjoyed them. Hazel will certainly be missed by many. She did have a lovely smile. She will forever be in our thoughts and we will keep the family in our prayers. Rest in peace Hazel, you did fight a good fight when you had taken all you could, you let us know you were ready to take that plunge into eternity. Sleep on my Sister. Love Minister Marvin & Sister Linda Cooper

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Sending my condolences to the family, Hazel and I share so many memories, laughter was always in the midst,didn't matter were we were at,,Rest on my friend ,,we shall meet again

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"Condolences"Iwill cherish the memories of sister-in-law Hazel,she was about services with a cheerful♥ and with a big! beautiful smile on her face.She was determined not to give up.She love going to the markets. She took pleasure to stop by my home to share with us, i will miss that.Hazel kelp the Faith through it all, and Jesus sustained her, and gave her strength to fight . "Hazel, now rest in peace from your labor

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Sending condolences and prayers to the family.

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My condolences to the family of Hazel we went to elementary school together before school integrated and later years we met up again and our friendship continue 🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️❤️Stella Ballentine.

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My thoughts and prayers to the family of Hazel we went to elementary school together before they integrated and later years we met up again and our friendship continue🙏🏽🙏🏽❤️

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Pastor Randy and Evangelist Sylvia N.James along with members of Living By The Word Praise and Worship Center extend our condolences. May you find the strength to face tomorrow in the love that surrounds you today. With Heartfelt Sympathy

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Im sorry for your loss you have my condolences. Hazel had a sweet spirit we used to laugh together in our younger days. We just laugh, and she was full of life. Good friend will be miss. Family, I will be praying in this time of grieving she will always be in your heart May God strengthen and Bless you in this loss. With Love, Shretta Robinson 🙏🏽

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My deepest condolences to you and your family. Mary Adams

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Sorry for your loss. Will keep the family in my prayers. Mary Adams

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Sorry for your loss Will keep the family in my prayers

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Sorry for your loss . Will keep family in prayer

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We would like to send our condolences to the family we will continue to keep the family in prayer we truly love Hazel and we will truly miss her she has been a part of our family for so many year and most of all part of our spiritual church family. We pray that I will Lord and Savior Jesus Christ will give you strength and comfort during this difficult time and the days of head. We send our love to you all Elder Grady and sister Doretha and the Saint Peter's church family.

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The Greater New Sweet Springs Pastor Jessie Mims officers and members send our sincere condolences. Our prayers are with you at this time.

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The Chalk Level Christian Methodist Episcopal offers their Condolences to the Family of Miss Hazel Smith. We will Continue Keep You in Our Prayers. Pastor Delores Perry, Officers and Members.

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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