Charles E. Smith

Charles E. Smith departed this earthly life on Thursday, January 17, 2019, at Riverside Doctors' Hospital. His life began on May 16, 1945, son of the late Ada and Anderson Smith, of Charles City, Virginia.

At an early age, he confessed Christ as his Personal Savior and joined Parrish Hill Baptist Church. He was educated in the Charles City County Public School System.

Charles was always a joy to be around. He loved spending time with his family. His favorite hobbies were fishing and hunting. He was always willing to lend a hand; whether it was mowing the lawn or helping with outside chores, Charles was a person you could always depend on.

He was preceded in death by his sister, Ethel “Sis” Brokenberry and brother, Norman “Dick” Smith. His fond memories will forever be cherished by his loving and devoted daughter, Kecia Hopkins (Mark); two grandchildren, Isaiah Samuel and Imani Hopkins; two stepchildren, Lynette Ashlock and Ryan Logan; sister, Earlene Banks; brother, Douglas Smith; sister-in-law, Helen Smith; brother-in-law, Sylvester Brokenberry; special and devoted daughter, Latasha Brokenberry; devoted companion, Lois Logan; two close and caring friends, Earl Brown, Sr. and Mona; and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

A service celebrating his life will be held 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, 2019, in Parrish Hill Baptist Church. Interment to follow in the church cemetery. Family and friends will assemble at the church by 12:30 p.m. Tuesday. Mr. Smith may be viewed beginning at 11:00 a.m. until the hour of his service on Tuesday.

Professional services entrusted to the staff of Whiting’s Funeral Home, 7005 Pocahontas Trail, Williamsburg, Virginia 23185. 757-229-3011 whitingsfuneralhome.com