Deacon Charlie C. Smith Sr., son of Ben & Ethel Smith, both preceded him in death, was born September 11, 1936, in Bamberg, South Carolina. He departed this life on May 6, 2026, in the Doctor's Hospital. Funeral service will be held Monday, May 11, 2026, at Friendly Church of God in Christ at 1:00 p.m. Interment will follow at Southview Cemetery.

Charlie accepted Christ at an early age. He was a member of Truevine Baptist Church, then later became a faithful member of the Friendly Church of God in Christ. He served as a Deacon, Trustee, Musician, Sunday School Teacher and later became Sunday School Superintendent in that area. Charlie's dedication and devotion reflect his love of God and family.

He was educated in the Richmond County School System at Lucy Craft Laney, as well as Augusta Tech. where he became an electrician & brick mason. He was employed with the VA Hospital for many years in the Engineer Department and later retired. He enjoyed farming and sharing his harvest with family and friends.

He leaves to cherish his memories: A loving and devoted wife, Mrs. Helen K. Smith; he had three children, two sons, one who preceded him in death, Charlie C. Smith Jr., and Curtis E. Smith, one daughter Karen L. Smith. He had five siblings, three sisters, one preceded him in death Bennie Mae Watson, Annette Herrington (Philadelphia, PA), Evelyn Lowe, (Waynesboro, GA), Eula M. Brown (Augusta, GA), one brother James Smith (Augusta, GA). Four grandchildren: Cynethia (David) Delarge, Ronnie Simmons, Miranda "Angel" Smith, Curtis President and Christopher Smith Sr. all of Augusta, GA. Six great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Deacon Smith may be viewed from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. at the church on the day of service.

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Williams Funeral Home, 2945 Old Tobacco Road, Hephzibah.