Dwight Smith Obituary
A funeral service will be held at 12:00 PM on Saturday, October 11, 2025 in the Chapel of Gordon Funeral Service, 1904 Lancaster Ave. Monroe, NC 28112, with burial to follow at Lakeland Memorial Park. The family will receive friends prior to the service from 11:00 AM until 11:45 AM at Gordon Funeral Service.
Dwight is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Sandra Autrey Smith, one son, Rick Smith Jr., four daughters, Jennifer Smith, Renee Smith, Kiera Steen (Shane), Amanda Sharphead, seven grandchildren, two brothers, Terry Smith (Darlene), Nathan Smith (Kayln), and a sister, Janice Hartis (Kenneth).
Online condolences may be made at www.gordonfuneralservice.com
Gordon Funeral Service and Crematory is honored to be entrusted to care for the Smith Family.
1904 Lancaster Avenue, Monroe, NC 28112
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