Mr. Bruce Ryan Smart, 32 of
Central, South Carolina passed away on Wednesday, July 6, 2023.
Bruce was a graduate of North Iredell High School Class of 2009 and a graduate of North Carolina Central Class of 2015 with a major in Marketing.
Bruce was an incredible person. His passion for photography was unmatched, and through his lens, he captured the beauty of the world in ways that took our breath away. Each snapshot was a masterpiece, a testament to his remarkable talent.
Beyond his creative prowess, he was a beacon of love and strength for our family. His unwavering support, infectious laughter and warm presence made every moment we spent together a cherished memory. Whether it was sharing a joyous celebration or lending a listening ear during times of hardship, he was always there for us. Let us remember him for the incredible person he was and the legacy he leaves behind.
Bruce was preceded in death by his mother Sandra Anita Smart, his maternal grandparents, paternal grandparents Claude and Nannetta Davidson, uncles Glyne Branker and Bernard Davidson.
Left to cherish his memory is his father Micheal Tyran Davidson Sr., son, Noah Carmelo Smart, brother Micheal (Natasha) Davidson, Jr., sisters Afton Davidson, Michele (Miles) Walcott, Jasmine Toliver, uncles Brian (Twayna) Smart, Eric (Ester) Smart, Ian Smart, Igna (Susan) Smart and Mark (Jocelyn) Smart, Willie (Selina) Davidson, Glenwood (Zoine) Davidson, James (Thwanda) Davidson; aunts Claudia (Jerry) Tatum, Gloria Wilson, Barbara Davidson, Maggie Walker and a host of nieces and nephews including Makyla Davidson, Micheal Davidson III, Lauren Davidson, Jaslynn Davidson, Kamden Clarke, Milynn Walcott, and Carson Walcott.
Celebration of Life services will be held on Tuesday, July 11, 2023, at 1:00 pm at Clark's Chapel Baptist Church,
Statesville, NC. Visitation will be from 12:30 - 1:00 pm at the church. Burial will follow in the Belmont Cemetery,
Statesville, NC.
Visit the Book of Memories for Mr. Smart at www.rutledgeandbigham.com. Rutledge and Bigham is serving the Smart family.
Don't Cry For Me
By Deborah Garcia Gaitan
Don't cry for me.
I will be okay.
Heaven is my home now,
and this is where I'll stay.
Don't cry for me,
I'm where I belong.
I want you to be happy
and try to stay strong.
Don't cry for me.
It was just my time,
but I will see you someday
on the other side.
Don't cry for me,
I am not alone.
The Angels are with me
to welcome me home.
Don't cry for me,
for I have no fear.
All my pain is gone,
and Jesus took my tears.
Don't cry for me.
This is not the end.
I'll be waiting here for you
When we meet again.
The family of Bruce Ryan Smart wishes to acknowledge with deep appreciation the many expressions of love, concern and kindness shown to them during this hour of bereavement.