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Lonenzo Smith Obituary
BOONVILLE – Lonenzo Smith, 58, passed away Wednesday, September 2, 2015. He was born June 25, 1957 in Surry County to the late Robert Lee Smith and Louellen Hatcher Smith. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his sisters, Reggie Williams, LeeAnn Patterson , Catherine Smith; brother, Jerry Smith. Surviving is his fiancé, Judy Dobson; children, India Sha (Ivorie) Smith, Kaneisha Connelly; step-sons, Ronell (Agnes) Choate, Daylan Kole Dobson; grandchildren, Ashley Connelly, Kendalle Connelly, Kalia-Lani Choate, Lailani Choate, Shauna Choate, Samuel Choate; sisters, Rosa Carter, Melvena Peoples; brothers; Wendell (Goldie) Smith, Horrace Smith, Billy (Jessie) Smith; special friend, Kiko; and several nieces and nephews. His funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Sunday, September 6, 2015 at New Birth Worship Center by the Rev. James Hunt and the Rev. Darrell Scott, Sr. Burial will follow at Clarks Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. on Sunday, September 6, 2015 at New Birth Worship Center. Gentry Family Funeral Service in Yadkinville is serving the Smith family. Online condolences can be made at www.gentryfuneralservice.com.
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vonnie fernanders
September 19, 2015
My thoughts and prayers r with u all, plz hv Horace contact Vonnie Fernanders at 864 812 5184...from South Carolina..
Mark Connor
September 8, 2015
Lonzo was a wonderful friend and colleague. Always a smile on his face and never had a bad thing say about anything. Lonzo, you will be missed dearly my friend. May you rest in peace . Your friends from Harris Teeter Perishable Distribution.
Anna M
September 5, 2015
Sweet ,humble friend from high school days!!! My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Yolonda Vest
September 5, 2015
Judy, Marcus, Dhee, and Smith Family Our heart is heavy and you all are in my prayers. We love you and we we always be here for you!!
Emmy Bullin
September 5, 2015
Judy and Daylan.
My heart and prayers are with you in your loss. May your love and faith give you comfort through this dark hour as it has through your other trials.
Love you,
Emmy
Larry/Billie Ezell
September 5, 2015
A good man, friend and co-worker. He will be missed. ~Gone to be with the Angels~
Christine Elliott
September 5, 2015
Sorry for your loss Judy. You know I am here for you. Love you
Brenda Smyre
September 4, 2015
My dear Judy, my thoughts and prayers are with you. May God wrap his arms around you tightly. I love you.
September 4, 2015
Judy you are in my prayers, may GOD wrap HIS loving arms around you today and the days to come. Beverly Whitaker
Sarah Carter
September 4, 2015
Judy.. My thoughts and prayers are with you and Daylan. May God bring you Peace and Comfort in the days ahead.
September 4, 2015
We love you. The Siler Family
D.J. Roberts
September 4, 2015
Daylan and Judy I am so sorry for your loss and if there is anything we can do please let us know
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