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Franklin Delano (“Shorty”) Smith, 76, of Salisbury passed away Saturday, July 20, 2013, at Novant Rowan Health Medical Center. Mr. Smith was born on October 3, 1936 in Faith, son of the late George Smith and Gertrude Smith. Frank was educated in the Faith and China Grove School systems.
Frank is a Veteran of the United States Air Force, worked in textiles for R.H. Bouligny Co. for nine years and later worked in Medical Sales. For over the last twenty years, he was owner and operator of Absolutely Signs in Mooresville. Frank was a member of Immanuel Lutheran Church and the East Rowan YMCA. He loved his grandchildren, dog Mugsy, flying, fishing on Lake Norman and his Nordic Tug in Southport, and cowboy movies.
In addition to his parents and numerous siblings, Frank is preceded in death by a grandson, Benjamin Tyler Poteat.
Survivors: Franklin is survived by his wife of over fifty years, Jeanne Pethel Smith whom he married on June 19, 1959. Son, Steven D. Smith of Salisbury; daughters, Tina Smith Poteat of Salisbury, and Shari Smith Thompson of Statesville. Grandchildren, Katherine Poteat, Sara Poteat, Zachary Thompson, Whitney Thompson , Logan Thompson, Tyler Smith and Olivia Smith. He is also survived by five great-grandchildren.
Services: There will be a Memorial Service on Wednesday, July 24, 2013 at Immanuel Lutheran Church at 1:00 PM, conducted by Rev. Bruce Sheets, Pastor.
Visitation: The family will receive friends on Wednesday, July 24th from 12:00 to 1:00 PM at Immanuel Lutheran Church.
Carolina Cremation of Salisbury is assisting the Smith family. Online condolences may me made at www.carolinacremation.com.
Sharon Petrea says
Jean Gay, there is no way that I can make you understand how very sorry I am. I also am sorry that I wasn’t there with you through this trying time. When you need or want me, please contact me.
Dale and Joyce Norwood says
Jeanne, Dale and I are sad for you and your family. We are praying that God is sending you his comforter that only he can. I think of you so often and am praying for you and your family. In Christian love,
Joyce and Dale
linda mccurdy says
Jeanne, thinking of you and family at this very sad time. We have such great memories of Frank and you at the beach. Praying for you to get through this. Wish we could be there with you. God Bless you always.
Love and prayers Linda and Ron
Peggy Lowery says
Jeanne,My thoughts &prayers r with U & Family at this most difficult time.May God grant U his blessings of Peace & Comfort now & n the days ahead.luv Peggy Lowery
Ancel Holtzclaw says
Jeanne, just got word a few minutes ago about Shorty’s passing. So sorry to hear this. You have my deepest sympathy my dear friend! Love, Ancel.
Randy Pence says
Jean, Sorry I can not be there today. My thoughts are.
Randy Pence
Gaynell Simpson Crainshaw says
Jeannie I am so sorry. We met Frank thru you and fell in love with his wonderful self. I am so sorry we weren’t in town for this.
But know I love you and if you need me call me..
Gaynell & Randy Crainshaw
Steven Smith says
I miss you so much Pop. I know we had our issues but in your later years you were there for me and I surely appreciate all you did for me. I hope meeting Jesus was all I imagine it to be and we will all be together. I love and miss you greatly.
Your son,
Steve