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

Obituary For Virgil A. Smith, Jr.

Mr. Virgil A. Smith Jr. was born August 22, 1958 in Lillington NC, to the late Virgil A Smith Sr. and Gloria (Trudy) Bailey Smith. He resided there with his three siblings until the family relocated to Greensboro, NC. He departed this life on October 15, 2020.

Virgil attended Shawtown Elementary School until the family moved to Greensboro, there his education continued at Lincoln Middle School as well as Dudley High School and from there enlisted into the United States Army. Virgil was a member of Lillington Grove Free Will Baptist Church where he attended church school and sang in the children’s chorus. He attended St James Baptist Church in Greensboro. Virgil spent several years in Yonkers New York as an adult and joined Grace Baptist Church. He continued church school studies and worship services there.

Virgil spent the majority of his work experience as a Master Mason in his father’s brick and block company, Virgil Smith and Sons Construction in Greensboro, NC, one of the first black owned construction companies in Greensboro, NC. Virgil’s expert handy work can been seen in several buildings around town. In 1978 Virgil met the late Linda Gail Neal “Tweety” and would raise three children together. Virgil and Linda would share their unique and adventurous bond for thirty years before Linda gained her wings. Virgil was a laid back man that was never seen ruffled or angry and the “King” of one liners which many would come to remember. He would always say that he was “one fine piece of leather well put together”. He was very proud of his children and Grandchildren and spending time with his family was very important to him. Virgil enjoyed nature and also believed that “Big Foot” is alive and well. He has seen about every National Geographic episode and Western. Virgil was well respected and loved by all who encountered him. He was selfless, hardworking, dependable, and honorable. He was witty, smart, and loved to put a smile on faces, which is a trait that he has passed to his children.

Virgil leaves to cherish his memory, his mother Gloria Smith, his children Sherrie Neal Jones (Leonardo “Lennie” Jones), Virgil Anthony Neal Sr. (Joy Neal), Adrian Raphael Neal, brother Marlon Smith, grandsons Virgil Anthony Neal Jr., Vaughn Anderson Neal, Tyreek LaShawn Neal, Leonardo Jovan Jones II (“LJ”), and Adrian Raphael Neal Jr. (AJ), nephews Miguel Smith and Brandon Bennett. He is predeceased by his father Virgil Anthony Smith Sr., wife Linda G. Neal, his brother Michael Smith, and sister QuoVadis Smith.

A public viewing will be held in the Cassie Coote-Brown Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home on Wednesday, October 21, 2020 from 2pm-5pm. A private chapel service honoring his life will be held Thursday, October 22, 2020 at the Cassie Coote-Brown Chapel of Perry J. Brown Funeral Home.

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To the entire family, my thoughts and prayers are with you, continue to cherish all of the great memories Mr. Virgil left upon you. Love Capria, Kris & Boys

My sincere condolences go out to the Smith's, Jones's, and Neal's families on the passing of a loved one! Mr Virgil Smith's legacy will live forever in you all hearts! Praying for comfort and strength in the future and now! RIH Mr Virgil Smith!26F

Sorry of the passing of your family member. Joy comes in the morning.love

The Beckford family... Condolences. He was my "buddy" at Grace Baptist.

Sharri Allen Keen

Virgil old friend you have moved on to your heavenly home now where there is no more pain. We will always have precious memories. My prayers are with the family and may you Rest In Heavenly Peace.

My prayers and deepest sympathy to the smith family. Pat Keith and family

My prayers are with the family. I am so glad I got to meet his children today and Marlon son. Love you all. I pray God give you the strength needed. Ursela McLean ( Baby Doll)

Sorry for the loss of my cousin Jr. I will miss him making laugh. Rest now cousin.

Virgil Anthony Neal, the flood of emotions that come with the passing of a parent can be difficult to adjust to. I know this from personal experience. With heavy hearts, we lift up prayers of solace and comfort as God wraps you in his loving arms to blanket you with a peace that surpasses all understanding. God bless you and your entire family. Ron and Lisa Reddicks

To the entire family I offer my condolences. Fond memories of growing up with Virgil and Tweety.i will continue prayers for the family and know God has prepared a resting place.Sincerely Respectfully Marian Harris

Mrs. Smith, Brandon and the entire family: My sincere condolences to you at this time. May all of you find strength and comfort through your loving family and friends and through beautiful memories. Please know that God is near to those who are broken at heart. (Revelation 21:3,4)
Reginald Bennett and family

Mrs.Trudie, Sorry to hear of my friend passing. I am so very sad. I did talk to him in Sept. Iam glad i did.Never thought it would be our last conversation.
Love you all Annette McAllister

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