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Aubrey Smith

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Aubrey Smith obituary, 1946-2024, Martinsville, VA

BORN

1946

DIED

2024

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Martinsville, Virginia

Aubrey Smith Obituary

Aubrey Smith

Aubrey Lee Smith, 77, passed away on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at the home of his daughter, Tammy Clark, in Martinsville, VA. He was born on December 20, 1946, in Franklin County, VA to the late Clarence Smith and the late Zelma Holland Smith. In addition, he is predeceased by his stepmother, Martha Baker Smith. He was married to the late Mary Ann Creasy Smith.

Aubrey leaves behind a host of loving family members to cherish his memory, including, daughter, Tammy Clark (Jay); son, Chad Smith (Dawn), all of Martinsville; sisters, Judy Smith of Ridgeway, VA, Clarissa Williams of Spencer, VA, Melissa Spencer (Jeff) of Patrick County, VA and Michelle Tolliver (Sean) of Greensboro, NC; as well as a brother, J.R. Smith of Spencer; grandchildren, Jessica Branch (Justin), Ashley Compton (Curt), Juston Smith and Jade Smith; and great-grandchildren, Shawn Doyle and Jackson Branch.

In addition to his parents and wife, he is preceded in death by a sister, Shirley Smith.

Aubrey was a working man who worked for DuPont Manufacturing for many years prior to his retirement. He also volunteered to serve his community as a volunteer fireman. After retirement from DuPont, he used his talents to open a sharpening service called S&S Sharpening.

A visitation by friends will be held from 12 to 2 p.m. on Saturday, September 7, 2024, at Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville Chapel. The family will also receive friends Friday, September 6, 2024, from 3 to 6 p.m. at the home of his son, Chad and Dawn Smith, 240 Westbrook Lane, Martinsville.

The memorial service for Aubrey will take place following the Saturday visitation at 2 p.m., also at Norris Funeral Services.

Norris Funeral Services, Inc. and Crematory, Martinsville, VA is serving the family. Online condolences may be made at www.norrisfuneral.com.

Norris Funeral Services, Martinsville Chapel

1500 Kings Mountain Rd., Martinsville, VA 24112

Published by Bristol Herald Courier on Sep. 5, 2024.

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Steve Smith

September 5, 2024

My condolences to the entire family. Aubrey was like a big brother to me and my brothers. I have so many fond memories of him. It was a wonderful experience growing up, living next to each other. My cousin was a positive influence in my life.

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6

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Home of his son, Chad and Dawn Smith

240 Westbrook Lane, Martinsville, VA

Sep

7

Visitation

12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.

Norris Funeral Services Inc and Crematory - Martinsville Chapel

1500 Kings Mountain Road P.O. Box 5501, Martinsville, VA 24115

Sep

7

Memorial service

2:00 p.m.

Norris Funeral Services Inc and Crematory - Martinsville Chapel

1500 Kings Mountain Road P.O. Box 5501, Martinsville, VA 24115

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1500 Kings Mountain Road P.O. Box 5501, Martinsville, VA 24115

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