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Wilson Smith, 80, of Morganton, NC, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, March 15, 2025, while surrounded by his family.
Born in Burke County, NC on May 23, 1944, he was the son of the late Donald Wilson Smith and Melba “Pauline” Buff Smith. Wilson was a member of Mt. Home Baptist Church.
Those left to cherish his memory include his wife, Barbara Orders Smith; step-children, Kristi Anne Webb Bruns and Amber Webb Garvey; grandchildren, Matthew Bruns, Sydney Bollinger, and Jasmine McMillan; nephew, James Catherines; and niece, Stephanie Catherines.
In addition to his parents, Wilson was preceded in death by his sister, Donnell Catherines.
The family will receive friends from 10 to 11 a.m., Monday, March 24, 2025 at Mt. Home Baptist Church. The memorial service will follow at 11 a.m. in the church with Rev. Rocky Hartman officiating.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Mt. Home Baptist Church, 2272 Mt. Home Church Road, Morganton, NC 28655 (mounthomebaptist.org)(opens in new tab).
Sossoman Funeral Home and Crematory Center is assisting the family with the arrangements.
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Praying for all the family in the passing of Wilson. He was a good man enjoyed working all those years ago with him.
Will never forget Wilson. He and Barbara were some of the first people to extend the hand of Christian fellowship to us when we came to Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church where they were attending at that time. Wilson was a caring, personable, and friendly person, a genuine Christian. Our prayers are with you family in your loss. In his homegoing, we can celebrate his relationship with the Lord and that we will see him again; our goodbyes are only temporary. In the interim, may our Lord comfort you and give you the peace only He can in this difficult time.
Fond memories of Wilson. Lovely person and great coworker. Thoughts and prayers. Tom Myer
Praying for the family during this difficult time. Wilson was a good man and a good friend. You could count on him to help or listen anytime. I enjoyed working with him at Shadowline.
Wilson, my first cousin, and I were born the same year in 1944 and had many pleasant interactions during our years growing up. I remember him as a very nice person to be around. I know through his life he was a hard worker at many jobs. I also recall how well he took care of his Father and Mother during their final years. He also created a very nice family album that he gave to all of us at a family reunion that he organized. I will always have fond memories of Wilson, and he will be missed.
Kristi, we send our deepest sympathy to you and all your family during your time of mourning. Your stepfather is now in the arms of the Lord and rejoicing in the presence of all his friends and family who have gone before him.
Kristi and Family, so sorry to hear of your loss. Maybe God wrap you in his arms during this difficult time.
Wilson was a wonderful friend and I know he will be greatly missed by his family and friend. What we lost here is a reward to Heaven.