William Lee Smith

William Lee Smith, 75, of Mechanicsville, went to be with his maker Sunday, June 5, 2016. Bill was the only son of Willie and Virginia Smith. Bill was born in Richmond but grew up on the Rappahannock River and spent every chance he could there. He and Faye lived in Mechanicsville all their married life except for a time in Florida. Bill loved the water. From his childhood building speed boats to race on the Rappahannock River and Carter’s Creek, to building a cabin cruiser. His love of the water led him to join the United States Navy and traveled to many ports of the Mediterranean Sea. Bill and Faye enjoyed many hours’ off-shore fishing with friends and cruising the Chesapeake Bay. Bill loved a good challenge and had several companies dealing with dirt work, building houses, and selling sport fishing vessels, the later he loved the most. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Faye L. Smith; son, W. Lee Smith, Jr.,(Shelia); and granddaughter, Ashlee Smith. The family will receive friends, Wednesday, June 8, 2016 from 2-4p and 6-8pm at Nelsen Funeral Home Laburnum. A funeral service will be held Thursday, June 9, 2016 at 11:00am at Mechanicsville Church of Christ- 8067 Atlee Road Mechanicsville VA, 23111. Interment will follow at Forest Lawn Cemetery. The family would like to thank Mechanicsville Church of Christ for their love and kindness during this journey. In lieu of flowers donations may be sent to your favorite humane society or Mechanicsville Church of Christ. Condolences may be conveyed to the family at www.nelsenrichmond.com.