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Bud served in the U.S. Army and attended NC State before a long and distinguished career with the U.S. Dept of Agriculture.
He was a member of Altamont UMC. He enjoyed hunting, farming, and spending time with his family.
Bud leaves behind to cherish his memory, his Son, Chris Smith (Lisa) of Greenville, SC.; Daughter, Scarlett Smith of Newland, NC.; Grandsons, Heath Woody and Kai Smith; Granddaughters, Haley Woody and Luci Smith; Brother, Steve Smith and his children, Brad and Kelly along with their children, Seth and Emily; and his loving companion, Thelma McLean.
Funeral services for Bud will be held on Saturday, August 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM at Mountain Glen Golf Club in Newland.
The family will receive friends 2 hours prior to the service starting at 1:00 PM at the Clubhouse.
Internment will be private.
Words of Comfort and Memories may be shared with the Smith family by visiting our website www.rsfh.net
The care of Bud and his family has been entrusted to Reins-Sturdivant Funeral Home of Newland.
(828) 733-2121
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