Miles Wesley Smith, 29, of Raleigh, died suddenly after a workplace accident on September 5, 2020. He was born and raised in Raleigh. Miles worked for many years in the restaurant industry, most notably Milton’s, which allowed him to do what he loved, cooking. His other passion led him to begin work for himself as a landscaper. He went on to work for Bradford Landscaping as a groundsmen and landscaper.
Miles loved being outdoors, and enjoyed tree climbing recreationally and camping. His love of the outdoors also let to him achieving the rank of Eagle Scout in Boy Scouts when he was younger. Miles also enjoyed spending time woodworking, maintaining his terrariums, and cuddling with his cats.
Miles is survived by his wife, Ashley Nichole Smith; 5 month old daughter, Ava Nichole Smith; parents, Wesley and Sonja Smith; sisters, Madison Maida (Jeff) and Camren Smith; brother, Trevor Smith; maternal grandfather, Gary Dumers; paternal grandmother, Dolores Smith; and a large extended family. He was preceded in death by his maternal grandmother, Doris Dumers and paternal grandfather, Wesley Smith.
A visitation will be held on Sunday, September 13 from 12:00-2:00pm, with funeral beginning at 2:00pm at Mitchell Funeral Home, 7209 Glenwood Avenue, Raleigh. For those who would like to attend virtually, you may do so by visiting Mitchell Funeral Home’s Facebook page (facebook.com.MitchellFuneralRaleigh) at the time of the event. Burial will follow at Raleigh Memorial Park
