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Gloria Smith

Passed 04/08/2026

Obituary For Gloria Smith

Gloria Alberta McLain Smith, 75, of Charlotte, North Carolina and formerly of Lincolnton, North Carolina transitioned in her home peacefully on Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

She was born in Lincoln County, North Carolina on November 25, 1950 the daughter of the late Robert Alexander McLain, Sr. and Elizabeth Morrison McLain.

Gloria graduated from Newbold High School and attended Gaston College.

She was a retired Group Home manager and a member of Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church.

A celebration of her life will be Friday, April 17, 2026 at 1:00 P.M. at Silver Mount Missionary Baptist Church located:

501 W. Arrowood Road

Charlotte, NC 28217

The family will receive friends at 12:00 noon.

All flowers are to be delivered to the church.

Arrangements entrusted to Ebony & White’s Funeral Service.

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Praying for the family Love Johnson Crew from Tucker Grove

Brenda Johnson

Sending heart felt love and condolences to the family of Ms. Gloria she was such a light at Wilora.

Love always from Ciara and Powerback therapy team.

Ciara Robertson

We extend our heart felt condolences to the family. May God give you strength in times like these. 🙏🏽 Morris & Wanda Cates

Wanda Cates

"The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit" -Psalm 34:18. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family. May God bless you!