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Obituary For Ervin D. Smith
Mr. Ervin βDeeβ Smith, 87 of Athens, GA passed away peacefully on August 27, 2024. Born on September 1, 1936, he was the 5th of 9 children to the late Mr. & Mrs. Otis Smith.
Dee was a charismatic, fun hearted, down home servant who loved family and assisting his community. He was a lifelong member and Deacon of the New Springhill Baptist Church in Philomath, GA. Most of his career was spent at ABB where he retired from over 30 years of employment. Dee held a passion for gardening, singing, ministering to the convalescent and committing the Word of God to memory.
In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Frank Lee and Robert Spurgeon; two sisters, Ruth Lillian Trimble and Helen Smith Kennebrew.
Survivors include: his beloved wife of 65 years, Mrs. Doris L. Smith; 5 loving children, Mr. Calvin Williams, Mr. and Mrs. Ervin (Selinda) Smith Jr., Pastor and Mrs. Alvin (Renee) Smith, Mr. Calvin Smith and Ms. Lakisha Smith; 6 devoted grandchildren, Ms. Shaquontas Johnson, Mr. Theron Smith, Ms. Georgia Smith, Mr. Jordan Smith, Ms. Jessica Smith and Ms. Kendra Smith; 3 blossoming great grandchildren, Ms. Caylin Johnson, Mr. Christian Johnson and Ms. Raven Smith; two brothers, Mr. and Mrs. Shelby Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Shelly Smith; two sisters, Mrs. Martha Benson and Mrs. Queen Emory; sister-n-law, Mrs. Rozieleen Echols; brother-n-law, Mr. Willie Taylor.
A public viewing will take place on Thursday, September 5 from 1pm-6pm, and visitation with the family from 5pm-6pm at the funeral home.
Celebration of Life Services will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024 at 11:00 am at the New Springhill Baptist Church in Philomath, GA. Interment will follow in the church memorial garden.
Arrangements by Jackson McWhorter Funeral Home. www.jacksonmcwhorterfuneralhome.com
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Cynithia Bankston sent Simply Elegant Spathiphyllum for Ervin D. Smith - September 05, 2024
Deepest sympathy and heartfelt prayers of strength. Love, Apostle Dr. Cynithia Bankston & Family
Charle Cameron sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Ervin D. Smith - September 05, 2024
Our thoughts are with you.
From, Charle and family
Shelly Smith sent Ocean Breeze Spray for Ervin D. Smith - September 03, 2024
In our hearts forever, Sisters and Brothers
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To the Smith Family,
Condolences on the loss of our cousin. We will miss you Dee and join Heaven in celebrating the welcome of another good soul!
With love, Your Detroit Family (Douglas Glenn)
Sending my condolences. A great man.π
My condolences to the Smith family. Deacon Smith was the kindest man and always had a welcoming smile and handshake for everyone. May the family find comfort in the loving memories he leaves with them. Cynthia Kelly Moses
Condolences to the Smith family. Deacon Smith shined like a morning star. We love him but God loves him best. Sincerely, the Hunter family.
I worked with Mrs. Doris Smith at Reliance Electric in Athens, GA from 1993 to 1996. I was an electrical engineer and she was a senior electromechanical Drafting Specialist. She was wonderful to work with! There were a lot of tempers in that office and Doris you did your part to keep everything working smoothly for the greater goal. Much respect to "Dee" from another "Dee" . My name is Dexter Lee Smith.
My deepest condolences. Budell Willis
Mr. Dee was one of the best neighbor's that we on Cone Drive could have asked for. His loving smile and conversations will truly be missed. Our condolences to the Smith family. The Downer family
Dee, you will be greatly missed. You were an awesome representative of the men in the Barrow-Scott Family. Thank you for your love and friendship. Sherrye Wray and the Barrow-Scott members of the DMV Barrow-Scott Family.
It is with the deepest sympathy that we send to the Shelley Smith and his family on the passing of his brother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Michael & Kim Gaines Watertown, TN
What an awesome example of a man who was dedicated to the will of God. Dee Smith was a man that I always looked forward to seeing either at the GMBC of Ga or other religious functions, he always let his little light shine. My condolences to Sis Doris and the family, we're going to miss his bright smile and distinct voice telling us all: AINT THAT GOOD NEWS? Rest on Dee. Pastor Terry Willoughby
So Sorry For Your Loss Smith Family Deacon Smith Was A Wonderful Person RIP In Peace !!
Rest In Peace My Mentor, My Friend πβ€οΈ
Deacons Smith, a life well spent for the Lord and his family. Now he's resting in his home in heaven. May God's peace, love, comfort, strength and unity rest upon his family as they go through this time of bereavement. β€οΈπ
Our condolences to the family. Deacon Smith was one of my dad friends. He was so kind and caring. Gone from our sight but forever in our hearts. You will be missed.
Deacon Smith alway greeted me with a smile,making each person feel special. Attending the City Wide Bible Class lead by Bro. Maxey Fosteron Thursday-Saturday morning, Deacon Smith would always say ain't that Good News. To his wife and family may God bless you all with His comfort and strength. Sis. Priscilla Saunders ( HCBC)
Rest is peace Deacon Smith, you have earned your rewards. Heaven has gained another faithful servant. Praying for peace, strength, and comfort for the family. Keep Deacon Smith memories alive.
Our deepest condolences to the entire Smith family. Sincerely Mr and Mrs Alphonza and Wanda Cooper
Our deepest condolences to the entire Smith family Sincerely Mr and Mrs Alphonza and Wanda Cooper
You All Have My sincere condolences And Prayers
while attending family reunions of the Barrow Scott families, it was always a pleasure being in the presence of Cousin Dee. He was a true man of God. My walk with God was definitely strengthened and encouraged by being in his presence. Thank you Cousin Dee for the memories.
Sending our most sincerest condolences, thoughts and prayers to all of you. Deacon Smith's life exuded an unspeakable Joy of Jesus Christ! He Walked, Talked and Lived a life of Christ & Love. I'm soooo sooo grateful that my family and I had the opportunity to experience and love such greatness here on earth. We love and miss you all and will continue to keep you all in prayer. Continue to love on mom, as I know you will. We love you all! ~The Love Family
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Remember, the Lord is with you. Love β€οΈ The Smith Family of Atlanta
Rest in peace Dea Smith!! You were a True Man of God and your light shined brightly!! We were neighbors once and we all were one Big Happy family on Cone Dr. May God continue to bless and keep his family in perfect peace!! Stacey D Eberhart
Servent of God well done.
Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.
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