Percy Garland Smith, Sr. Obituary in Richmond at Scotts Funeral Home

Obituary For Percy Garland Smith, Sr.

Percy G. Smith, Sr., 82, was born December 20, 1939, in Halifax, North Carolina to the late Willie Mack Smith and Etherine McDaniel. Percy passed away on July 13, 2022. He was preceded in death by two sisters, Wilma and Annie. Percy was happily married to the love of his life, Lovelean Smith, for over 60 years, and from this union a daughter and son were born. He was a hard-working man and was loved by all of his co-workers. Percy worked for Precision Machine Company for over thiry-five years. He later went to work for Henrico County for fifteen years until his retirement in 2019.. Percy always emphasized the importance of family and friends. From frequent visits to their homes to consistently attending famiy reunions, he always made sure to spend time with his family. He loved to travel, watch Western movies, shine his "Chevy", and play with his great-grandson. Percy was known for his hilarious bluntness and unrivaled wisdom. Despite his seemingly serious demeanor, he spoiled his three granddaughters. He let them get away with almost anything. Percy was affectionately known as "Papa" by his grandchildren. Left to cherish his loving memory are his wife, Lovelean; two children, Bernadine and Percy (Angela); three granddaughters, Brittany, Michelle and Ashley; one great-grandson, Deion; two sisters-in-law, Norma (George) and Nettie; one brother-in-law, John, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Remains rest at Scott's Funeral Home, 115 E. Brookland Park Blvd, where viewing will be held Thursday, July 21 from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, July 22, at Scott's Chapel, 116 E, Brookland Park Blvd. Rev. Dr. Derwin Hickman, officiating. Entombment Forest Lawn Mausoleum. Live streaming at scottsfuneralhome.com video: https://vimeo.com/735026872

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My deepest condolences to you and your family-Courtney Berlack, Richmond Police Dept

He was a faithful cousin and friend to Claudius Smith until his passing. We are remembering all the trips they took together back home to N.C., and just hanging at the house. Family men and making us laugh all day. Garland will be missed. Claudius Smith Jr (Junnie) and family.

My Uncle, my Father when I needed answers you did your best to answer them. When I needed a fathers a Fathers Love you didn't hesitate to give and just your smile alone done me heart more good than anyone would ever know.I Love you Uncle Garland. AkA Purty Percy. As he would call himself.R.I.P YOU NEPHEWS Larry-RANDY AND FAMILY.

To the family of Percy Smith: I worked with Mr. Percy for several years at the County of Henrico. He was a gracious and friendly co-worker. We had many great conversations and a lot of laughs. Rest in peace Mr. Percy, well done. Roslyn B. Goode County of Henrico

Percy & Angela and family. Please remember; There is No Sorrow That Heaven Cannot Heal. We will continue to pray for you and your family during this difficult time. Andy & Darlene Wilkins