Delcie Marie Earnhardt Smith, 87, of Salisbury, passed away Thursday, August 5, 2021 at her home.

She was born November 14, 1933 in Salisbury, NC to the late Charlie Earnhardt and Virginia Russ Earnhardt. She graduated from Granite Quarry High School and then Salisbury Business College. In her spare time, she enjoyed bird watching and gardening. Delcie was a lifelong member of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Salisbury.

In addition to her parents, Delcie was preceded in death by her husband, Francis Smith.

Delcie is survived by daughters, Susan Cruz and Katharyn Robertson, both of Salisbury; son, Paul A. Smith of Salisbury; grandchildren, Scot W. Brady, Stephen L. Brady, Matthew Smith, and Garrett Smith; 4 great-grandchildren.

There will be a graveside service held at 11am on Friday, August 13th, 2021 at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 205 St Paul’s Church Rd, Salisbury, NC 28146.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church.

Carolina Cremation is assisting the Smith family. Online condolences may be made at www.carolinacremation.com.