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Leonard Smith

Passed 06/21/2025

Obituary For Leonard Smith

Mr. Leonard Smith, passed away Saturday, June 21, 2025 at Beacon Place.

A Memorial service will be held Monday, June 30, 2025 3pm Cassie Coote-Brown Memorial Chapel at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home 909 East Market Street Greensboro, North Carolina.

Leonard Smith was born on April 17, 1947, in Greensboro, North Carolina, to Mr. Albert Smith and Helen Colston, and passed away peacefully on June 21, 2025, at Beacon Place.

He graduated from James B. Dudley High School in 1965 and went on to work at Gilbarco, where he dedicated over 40 years of service.

Leonard and Doris were high school sweethearts. He was charismatic, boisterous, always on the move, and never met a stranger. He loved cars, working in the yard, planting flowers, and most of all talking. Conversation was truly a passion of his. He also loved collecting hats – caps, straw hats, cowboy hats – he had lots of hats.

Leonard was the proud father of six children: Elliott, Pamela, Derrick, Michael, Leonard Jr., and Lamar Smith. He was a loving husband to Doris Freeman. He is also survived by his siblings, Alberta Smith and Charles Smith (wife, Joyce); eight grandchildren: Jasmin Smith, Haley Ransom, Miciah, Brent, Elana, Dereon, Madison, and Mason; and two great-grandchildren, Sklare and Wynter. He also leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, extended family, and dear friends.

He used to say, “You’re going to miss me when I’m gone.” And he was right. His absence is deeply felt, especially by his wife, family and friends.


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Parisia G Clyburn-Patton planted 5 trees in memory of Leonard Smith . - June 30, 2025

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Daryl Wood sent Red and White Handled Basket for Leonard Smith - June 27, 2025

May the Family of Leonard Smith have my deepest sympathy during this time.

Melvin Moore

Expressing sincere condolences and prayers to Elliott Smith & Family.

Alton Rowe

May GOD comfort you as only HE can.

James I. Moore Jr.

My condolences to Bert and the family. Keeping you in prayer.

Sheletha Banks

My condolences to you and your family

Frances summers

Rest in peace my friend 🙏

Daryl .Wood

I would like to offer my sincere condolences to the Smith family, It's always tough to lose a loved one, but when you realize this life is only temporary and the years we are here on this earth we want to touch the lives of others in a positive way and Leonard did that, and may he Rest In Peace, goodbye to a friend and classmate. Arthur "Colley"Hood.

Arthur"Colley "Hood

So sorry to hear about your loss. Look to Father God for comfort. I am praying for you and your family.

Brenda Florence

Charles Smith & Family: Very sorry to hear of the passing of your brother. May the lord be with you during these most difficult times and we will keep you in our prayers. Billy & Mary Covington

Billy Covington

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

Perry J. Brown Funeral Home | Greensboro, NC

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