Wednesday, October 7, 2026 10:54 am

Charles E. Smith, age 89, of Ellenboro, passed away Tuesday, September 29, 2026.

Charles was born November 13, 1936 in Cleveland County to the late Harvey Smith and Donie Behealer Smith. He served his country honorably in the U.S. Army. Charles worked for over 25 years at Ellenboro Upholstery Supply before retirement. He was a member of Bethel Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son-in-law, Sammy Martin; great grandchild, Bailey Bradshaw; siblings, Margaret Hamrick, Frances Smith, Walter Smith, Harold Smith, Kenneth Smith and James Smith.

Those left to honor his legacy include his wife of 70 years, Peggy Grant Smith; daughter, Janice Smith Martin; son, Ricky Smith (Betty) all of Ellenboro; sister, Judy Gordon (Winford) of Caroleen; grandchildren, Holly Shires, Rebecca Smith, Tyler Bradshaw and Colby Bradshaw (Haley) and eight great grandchildren.

The funeral was held October 3 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Randy Church and Rev. Mike Gettys officiating. Military honors were accorded by Rutherford County Honor Guard.

Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043 or to Fair Haven Home, 149 Fairhaven Dr., #8759, Bostic, NC 28018.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.