Ed Smith Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For Ed Smith

Mr. William Edward “Ed” Smith, 83, of Shelby, NC passed away on Wednesday, May 27, 2020 at White Oak Manor in Kings Mountain, NC. He was born on October 30, 1936 in Cleveland County, NC as the first son of the late Levi Smith and Fleeta Camp Smith.

“Ed” was a graduate of Camp High School and he was drafted into the U. S. Army. He was employed for over thirty years at Fiber Industries becoming a supervisor before his retirement. In 1966, Ed married his wife, Molene and together they raised and nurtured their two sons, Lopez and Everett. He was a devoted family man to them.

At an early age, Ed joined Shoal Creek Baptist Church where he was a deacon and was a singer with the Male and Senior Choirs. In his spare time, he enjoyed gardening, fishing, cooking, traveling and he loved sports particularly softball and basketball. Although Ed was stern, he enjoyed making people laugh and doting on his grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 50 years, Molene Byers Smith.

Left to cherish fond memories are his sons, Lopez Smith (Iris) of Shelby, NC and Everett Smith (Cera) of Concord, NC; five grandchildren, DaMarcus Smith, Jada Smith, Jalen Smith, Kendall Smith and Manning Armstrong; his siblings, Versia Gilmore, Elizabeth Willis, Frances Seary, Ruby Moses (Carey), Willie Mae Miller, Joseph Smith (Philann), Levi “L.B.” Smith, John Smith (Merlene), Waymon “Gene” Smith, Gwen Campbell (Marsh) and Alberta Short who was raised as a sister; two sisters-in-law, Ruby Miller and Sallie Houey; special cousin-in-law, Patricia Maddox and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The funeral service for Mr. Smith will be private. A reception of friends and viewing will be held on Monday, June 1, 2020, at Shoal Creek Baptist Church from 12:00 Noon until 2:00 PM. Burial will take place at Shoal Creek Baptist Church Cemetery. The service will be live-streamed on Facebook.

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Ed was like a big brother to me. He use to call me "Sheboe" which is my middle name and he knew I hated to be called by it. Then he would laugh and laugh. He had such a sweet personality and warm heart. Gwen and I grew up like sisters, so I spent a lot of time at their house when I was growing up. My husband and I love spending time with he and Molene after I was married too. May God bless the whole family!! Love, Aundra and George Adams

Everett and family, you have my sincere condolences while you grieve the loss of your father. Please know that you will be in my thoughts and prayers.

I will miss Ed's infectious smile and deep throated laugh. He brought joy and optimism to every occasion, and he made me feel that I was his Brother rather than his Brother-in-law. He was a good man, and the void that he leaves will be difficult to fill. Rest in peace, Brother. Marsh R. Campbell, Sr.

We are sending all of our love and prayers to the family. Mr. Ed will be missed! Love Always! Carl and Wanda Coleman

So sorry to hear the passing of Ed. We worked with him at Fiber. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. May God give each of you peace and comfort during this very difficult time.

Grieving gives us time to heal... We comfort each other more closely. By sharing remembrance together, the will lessen. Our treasured thoughts will forever remain. LOVE ALWAYS Rubie & Carey

Uncle Ed this is so hard to believe that you are no longer with us, your signature laugh until you had tears in your eyes, or how you always showed your feelings and emotions and you were never afraid to show your emotions through tears. I know Aunt Molene will be happy to be reunited with you along with Grandma Fleeta and Papa but selfishly I am saddened that you will not be here with us. I will forever play Wii and a thought of you will always cross my mind.... Love your Great Niece Michele