Vivian Smith Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Vivian Smith

Miss Vivian Ann Smith, 65 of 1306 Frederick St. Shelby, NC passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2020 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby, NC. She was born on October 24, 1955 in Cleveland County, NC to Myrtle Smith Ellis and the late Roddy Ellis.

Vivian was a long-time member of the Fairview AME Zion Church of Earl, NC. She served as a Choir member of the Goods and Adult Choir, Usher Board and Bud’s Department. A faithful member of the Young Christians on the move. She was a prayer warrior and shared her gift through song in many states. Later she joined the Hopper’s Chapel Baptist Church. Vivian was a dedicated member and served as the chairperson of the Pastor’s Aid Committee. She was educated in the Shelby City School District and a 1974 Graduate of Shelby Senior High School.

She was employed with the Cleve Mont Mills in Kings Mountain, NC for many years, and later was employed with Wal Mart where she was employed until her disability.

Preceding in death a godson reared in the home TravisDeshaun Smith, father Mr. Roddy Ellis and a brother Jimmy Smith, surviving to cherish fond memories is her loving mother Myrtle Smith Ellis,brother Reverend Frankie L Smith (Wilma), sister in law Myrtle Friday Smith, Cousins/brothers and sister, Reverend James L Smith (Hazel), Pamela Smith, Elder Sherwood Smith, the late Reverend Kenneth Hezekiah Smith (Carol). A niece Kendra L. Smith, three nephews, Carlton H. Smith, Ashley O. Smith, Frankie (Lee) Smith II, special niece Renee Smith Wilson, a special nephew Christopher O. Black.A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, family, and friends. One uncle Bobby Joe Smith (Mary) of Lincolnton NC.

We want to acknowledge special friends Mattie Adams, Vera White, Dorothy Woods, Anita Gingles, Brenda McShaw, and Freddie Hopper.

The funeral service for Miss Smith will be private. The service will be livestreamed on Facebook starting at 1:55 on Saturday, November 21, 2020. Miss Smith can be viewed at S.T. Enloe Memorial Chapel on Saturday, November 21, 2020 from 10:00 AM until 12:00 PM. Burial will take place at Fairview A.M.E Zion Church Cemetery in Earl, NC.

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To my Family So sorry to hear about Vivian. My prayers and love to each of you. Kim Morrow Pasadena Ca

I send my condolences and prayers to the family. Terry Gregory

Send our heartfelt condolences from your family in Baltimore. We love you and going to miss you so much. Kathy Randolph

To the Smith Family...our hearts are so saddened to hear about the passing of Vivian. She was such a sweet person. We will keep you all in our prayers. Love you all, Tammy & Charles Harbison

Vivian was my choir director at Williford Temple when I was young. She was such a loving, sweet person. She touched many through songs and prayers. Rest Vivian, you will truly be missed. Prayers for your family and friends as we all mourn this great loss.

With the deepest prayer and sympathy, we express our love for all the family members and relatives of sister Vivian Smith. Her remarkable and loving heart has made this world a much brighter place. - Rev. Thomas and Martha Coleman

To the Smith Family, we send our condolences to you during your time of sorrow. We know that you are going through what seems like much, but God!! Earth has no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Our love for you all. Revs. Marion/Cathy Jones

My dear Smith Family, a sweet, caring, and humble Angel flew away. May fond memories comfort you during this difficult time. Much Love. -Cousin Martina

Vivian will be truly missed. Prayers and condolences to the families. She was such a sweet person and a Godly woman. R.I.H Viv. Love you, Penny Hicks-House

To: The Smith & Ellis Families I would love to send my Condolences & Prayers to the families. Everyone knows how close Vivian & I was, will miss her very much. Most of all our talk about the Lord. No more pain for Vivian R.I.P. until we meet again LOVE YOU that was always our ending to our long talks. Take your Rest!!!!Sister