Carter Funeral Home

Obituary For Freddie Lee Smith

Carter Funeral Home announces the restful transition of Mr. Freddie Lee Smith, (77), of Union Springs, Alabama.

Mr. Smith transitioned into eternity Sunday, January 16, 2022, at the Baptist Medical Center South.

The Commemoration of Life will begin with a public visitation, Friday, January 21, 2022, from 2:00 pm until 5:00 pm at Carter Funeral Home.

The Farewell Celebration at Graveside will be held Saturday, January 22, 2022, at 2:00 pm from the St. John AME Cemetery, Union Springs, AL. Pastor Eric L. Graves, Sr. will deliver the message of comfort

In accordance with recommended COVID-19 Protocols, all attendees are requested to utilize appropriate facial coverings, maintain social distancing, and minimize physical contact.

Mr. Freddie Lee Smith began his earthly journey, March 23, 1944. Freddie was the son of the late Eddie Smith and Annie Lou Swanson Smith. A child of God, Freddie Lee was blessed with a family he loved and supported dearly. He also loved everything outdoors, especially fishing. His earthly labor years were spent at the Welsh Company of the South and Gibson’s Home Center.

The Master’s call was answered on Sunday, January 16, 2002, at the Baptist Medical Center, Montgomery, AL.

In addition to his parents, Freddie Lee was also preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Haynes, Susie Mae Holmes, brothers, Willie Smith, James L. Smith, and Eddie Smith.

Cherished memories of a beautiful life will long remain with his soulmate of fifty two years, Lue Vail Harris Smith, their children, Royzell Harris, Nathan Smith, Stevie ( Janice) Smith, Fred (Mittie) Smith and Freddie (Annie) Davis, all of Union Springs, AL; his sister, Dessie (Lee Mack) Harris, and brother Lee Andrew (Delores) Smith, all of Union Springs, AL, along with five additional sisters in law and three brothers in law ; their grandchildren, Lakisha Smith, Latraina, Fredrick, Phillip, and Freddie Davis, Jr, Royzeland Harris, Javion Smith, Kendal Foster, Brianna Caldwell, April and Jasmine Murry, Lushundra. Tecondra, and Jamya Smith, Travon Williams and Steve Steward. Fifteen great grandchildren, along with numerous nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

The Staff of Carter Funeral Home is honored to be entrusted with the Final Life Celebration Arrangements for the late Mr. Freddie Lee Smith.

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Guest Book

My sincere condolences to the Smith Family as we await the time when under God's kingdom on earth, aging and death will be no longer happen, as imperfection and bad conditions will be things of the past. (Isaiah 65: 27-25)

- Elizabeth

I was very saddened to hear of the passing of your Loved one. You will always be remembered in my thoughts and prayers.

- Leola Côooks Cooks

Our Condolences to the Smith Family, I PRAY GOD continue to comfort the family in this time of grief! Mr. Freddie Smith will truly be missed. Love Nate & Nell Brundidge

- Chanel Brundidge

Grand dad I love u so much and I miss u I know you're in an awesome place until we meet again this kisha

- Lakasha

Thank you for your expression of confidence by selecting our services. May time bring you comfort and strength. Sincerely, The Staff and Management of Carter Funeral Home

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