Chesley Smith, Jr. Obituary in Greensboro at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home

Obituary For Chesley Smith, Jr.

Mr. Chesley Smith, Jr. passed away Monday, December 2, 2024.

Chesley Smith, Jr., son of the late Chesley Smith, Sr., and Ophelia W. Smith, was born on March 2, 1943, in Roxboro, North Carolina. He departed this life on December 2, 2024, in Greensboro, North Carolina.

Chesley attended the Person County School System. He was a devoted member of St. James Baptist Church, where he faithfully served on the Senior Usher Ministry for many years. He retired from the United Parcel Service after thirty-three years of dedicated service and later worked as a school activity bus driver for Guilford County Schools for five years.

He was preceded in death by two sisters, Joyce Howard and Carrie DeLon.

Chesley is survived by his loving wife of sixty years, Ellen Vilines Smith; one daughter, Nicole Smith of Greensboro, North Carolina; one son, Bernard Smith (Sharon) of Fort Myers, Florida; three grandchildren, Paige McDougle of Greensboro, North Carolina, and Steffon and Jasmine Smith of Charlotte, North Carolina; two great-grandchildren, Laila Daye and Cali Cooper of Greensboro, North Carolina; one sister, Corean Ruffin of Medford, New York; and a host of nieces and nephews.

Funeral service will be held Monday, December 9, 2024 1:30pm St. James Baptist Church 536 West Florida Street Greensboro, North Carolina. Visitation 1pm.

Burial will follow at Lakeview Memorial Cemetery 3600 North O'Henry Boulevard Greensboro, North Carolina.

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Allison Smith sent The Loving Light Dishgarden for Chesley Smith, Jr. - December 08, 2024

Ellen, Nikki, Bernard, I am so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. My deepest sympathies to you and your family. With Love, Allison Smith

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Talayna Watkins sent Pink Tribute Spray for Chesley Smith, Jr. - December 08, 2024

My deepest condolences to the family! May God cover you all with love, peace, and comfort! With love, Layni Watkins

"King of Diamonds" As we called him at UPS, Was a great man and always had a great attitude and always made you feel good about life. He will be missed. God bless his family and may he rest in peace! Rattle Trap Darrin McDowell.

Sending prayers of comfort,peace and strength during these difficult days. Chesley was very uplifting years ago when James passed..Susie M Lyons

It is with deep sorrow to hear of the passing of Chesley or" King of Diamond " as we so affectionately called him at UPS.He was such a warm spirit and firm leader. My condolences to The Smith Family.May God strengthen you through this time of bereavement. Lee Quick

Ellen. Nikki. Bernard, I am so very sorry for your loss. Chesley was a great friend to Vaul & I. We shared great times & made great memories. He was a true rock I depended on when Vaul passed always lifting my spirit with something funny & encouraging. I will truly miss him. Carlotta M. Martin and Family.

Best Grand Dad Ever 💔
Love,
Steffon and Jasmine Smith

What a wonderful Man. I am truly Heartbroken.
Gloria Smith

Daddy, I miss you terribly. You were a diamond that shined brightly.

To Ellen and family. Met Chesley when I was a member of St. James and we were on the usher Board together. Prayers for you and the family. Linda Sims

My deepest sympathy. It was a joy to usher with Mr Smith at st.james Baptist church. Selena hood Gilmore

Deepest condolences from Karen and I. Chesley was a treasured friend.

Mrs Smith, Nikki, and Bernard: May God give you strength during your time of loss. You are in my prayers. Ronda Bryant (Holley)

sending heartfelt condolences to the family during this time. May the grace of God keep you. Georgia Hayes

Truly heartbroken for this loss🙏🏽

My Deepest Condolences to the Smith's Family..In God We Trust.. Kenneth Turner.UPS

Praying for the Smith Family as they through this time of loss. My prayers are definitely with you. The Carter Family

Sending our condolences to the Smith Family. You are in our thoughts and prayers. The Dearman family.

Praying the family during their loss. Chelsey will be missed by many friends.

Praying for my family on the loss of my cousin Chesley Jr.... Cousin Kookie

Praying for my family on the loss of cousin Chesley Jr

May god bless Mr Smiths spirit and his beautiful family. Soar with the angels!

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