George Junior "Sam" Smith

George Junior "Sam" Smith went to be with the lord on April 15, 2026, at Holston Valley Medical Center in Kingsport, TN.

Born on September 29, 1927, in Snowflake, VA, he lived to the ripe age of 98 years old.

Every year he loved planting gardens and would spend hours outside tending to his tomato plants. He loved fishing, and up until he couldn't go anymore, he'd always have a bucket full of fish by the end of the trip. He was a fan of baseball and always kept tabs on the scores. He was a devout Christian and family man. He also served in the Army for many years.

Up until the very end, he was extremely witty and strong, and seemed much younger than his age. He was always cracking jokes and poking fun. He lived a full life and was a beloved father and grandfather. He will be missed by many.

He is preceded in death by his wife Ethel Elizabeth Smith, father Charles Campbell "Camel" Smith, Mother Lakie Jane Smith (Collette), brothers Vernon and Carl Smith, sisters Virginia, Beatrice, and Myrtle, and a half sister, Ruth.

He is survived by his sister Bettie; son Jerry Smith; daughters, Teresa Dobbs and Lisa Reed; grandchildren Becky Halbrook, Justin Wood, Andy Dobbs, Brandon Reed, Derek Smith, Rachel Reed, David Smith, and Megan Reed; as well as 15 great grandchildren and 2 great-great grandchildren.

Graveside services will be conducted at 2:00p.m., Friday, April 17, 2026, at Holston View Cemetery, Weber City. VA, with Pastor Jerry Smith officiating; a eulogy will be provided by Rev. Charles Still, along with music provided by Tony Smith.

Family and friends are asked to meet at the funeral home at 1:15p.m., to go in procession to the graveside service. Family and friends will serve as pallbearers.

An online guest register is available for the Smith family at www.gatecityfunerals.com.

Gate City Funeral Home is honored to be serving the family of George Junior Smith.