Gerald Lee Smith, 53, of New Bern, went home to be with his Lord on October 23rd, 2018. Affectionately known as “Jerry” by his family and friends, he was a loving and devoted son, brother and friend. He will always be remembered for his love and talent for building engines, drag racing and helping others. In his spare time, he enjoyed reading and watching the History Channel and “Street Outlaws.”
He is lovingly survived by his Mother, Barbara Lawhorn Whitley and her husband, Larry; his Father, Danny Smith; his fiancée, Carol Gaskins; his sisters, Tammy Nopper and her husband, Scott, and Tonya Bell; as well as a special niece and nephew, Madison Nicole Smith and Tyler Bell. He is also survived by several Aunts and Uncles, Hilton and Nancy “Sister” Hartley, Barbara “Aunt Bob” Lawhorn, Wayne Lawhorn, and Jean and Roland Davis; and many cousins.
A graveside funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, October 30th at the Hartley Family Cemetery located at 998 Antioch Road, New Bern, NC.
Jerry’s family would be grateful for any help that friends may be willing to offer in assistance with the funeral expenses. Please direct any donations to Cotten Funeral Home, 2201 Neuse Boulevard, New Bern, NC 28560.
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