Charles Lee Smith, age 82, of Steger,
Illinois passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday,
July 25, 2021. He was born on December 15, 1938, in
Alderson, a son of the late Leslie E. Smith and Ruby E.
(Grimmitt) Smith.
After graduating from Alderson High School in 1958,
Charles went on to proudly served his county in the
United States Army. He was employed at The International
Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, where he severed as a
lineman with 44 years of service. He will be remembered
for his love of gardening, old radio programs, his
knowledge of history, and enjoying his retirement, but
most of all, the love for his neighbors, friends, and
spending time with family.
In addition to his parents, Charles is preceded in death
by his brothers, James Smith, and Aaron Smith; and his
brother-in-law, James Pritchard.
He is survived by his son, Scott Chuck Smith and his
wife Mechele, of Crete, Illinois; his grandchildren,
Alexander Smith and Nikolai Smith, both of Crete,
Illinois; his brother, John Smith, of Peterstown, WV;
his sister Mary Pritchard, of Elizabeth City, NC; and
his Sister-in-law: Emma Smith, of Pacific, MO; as well
as several loving nieces and nephews.
Graveside services and burial will be held on Tuesday,
August 03, 2021, at 2:00 p.m. at the Alderson Cemetery,
with the Pastor Derek Hall officiating. Full military
honors will be accorded by the U.S Army Reserve Camp
Dawson. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.
Online condolences and memories may be shared with the
Smith family at
www.lobbanfh.com
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