Archie Lee Smith

Archie Lee Smith Jr., 70, of Atkinson, NC, passed away surrounded by his family on Saturday, Jan. 27, 2024. He was born on Sept. 9, 1953 in Garland, NC to the late Archie Sr. and Addie Smith. His love of the water led him to his home on the Black River.

Archie had a successful career with the North Carolina Department of Transportation. After 25 years, he retired in 2015, as the NCDOT Division Six Bituminous Supervisor. He was well respected in his field.

Archie was an avid fisherman and hunter. His passion, understanding, and appreciation of the outdoors allowed him to teach others about life through the many beautiful canvases of nature that God created. Many knew him as a friend and mentor who inspired all of us with his knowledge, wisdom, and life experiences. He will forever be remembered for his kindness, compassion, and love for people. Those who knew Archie knew he never met a stranger. Family and friends loved listening to his stories and eating anything he cooked, especially his fried catfish nuggets!

Archie is survived by his loving wife of 19 years, Glenda Woodcock Smith; daughters, Jessica Capps and husband Gary, Jeanette Morton and husband Christopher; son, Jonathan Smith and wife Emily; grandchildren, Caleb Morton, Baylee Morton, Abigail Capps, Elliott Smith, Hannah & Henry Morton. He is also survived by his sisters, Alice Frost Ledbetter and Angela Hoomani. Archie was preceded in death by his parents Archie Sr. and Addie Smith, and his sister Adeline Lewis.

He was loved by many and will be deeply missed. A celebration of life will be at a later date.