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Willie's obituary

Willie Lee Smith Sr., 55, of Norfolk, VA, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Covington, Ga. Willie was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mable and Cleo Smith. Willie is survived by his wife, Sonya Smith; his children, Derek Robinson, Teaera Hawkins, Willie Smith Jr, Taylor Figueroua, and Makayla Smith; his grandchildren, Tyler Poe, Bryson Millard, Zeniyah Smith, Jordan Hawkins, Willie Smith III, and Mekhi Parker. His siblings, Grizolda Roscoe, Robert Smith, and Debra Hall, as well as nieces, nephews, supportive friends, and mentors, in past and recent years, he has worked as a chef for various chain restaurants and as a Logistics technician. He truly enjoyed every career.  A celebration of life will be held on July 5th at Rest Ashured for a Scattering Ceremony in Virginia Beach, VA. 

John 16:22 “Therefore, you too have grief now; but I will see you again, and your heart will rejoice, and no one will take your joy away from you.

"Something that is loved is never lost". 

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My condolences to Mrs Smith and family. I grew up with his older brother and watch Willie grow up. 

My condolences to Mrs Smith and family. I grew up with his older brother and watch Willie grow up. 

My condolences to Mrs Smith and family. I grew up with his older…

I am so sorry  to hear that we lost Willie he has always been a nice person . He will truly be missed by all rest well …
I am so sorry  to hear that we lost Willie he has always been a nice person . He will truly be miss…
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Hello this is Veechia ex wife of Willie Smith so sorry to hear about this.  Sending my condolences
Hello this is Veechia ex wife of Willie Smith so sorry to hear about this.  Sending my condolences
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I was saddened when I heard the news of Willie's passing. Willie and I shared 2 beautiful kids together Teaera Hawkins …
I was saddened when I heard the news of Willie's passing. Willie and I shared 2 beautiful kids toge…
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