William Smith Obituary
The memory of William Smith of Harlan, Kentucky, who passed away on December 28, 2024 at the age of 66, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Earl, Sr. Smith and Betty Smith; his stepmother Joyce Smith; his grandparents, Robert, Dorothy Smith, Rev. John and Roxie Skeen; his daughter Beth-Ann Shackleford (Mac); his grandson Jayden Stewart; his brother Robert Majors; his close friends, Herbie Jenkins and David Thompson; and his aunt Mary Phillips.
He is survived by: his wife Debra Smith; his children, James Shackleford (Sarah), Chris Faulconer (Nick) and Ashley Branson (Adam); his grandsons, William Fincher and Trey Faulconer; his siblings, Tina Harris (Terry), Shawn Gray (Becky) and Tim Gray; his aunts, Georgie Gibson and Abby Shackleford; his nieces, Patty Perkins and De Clem (Bug); his close friend Linda Boggs (Ernie); and his pet Roscoe.
A funeral service was held on Wednesday, January 1st 2025 at 7:00 AM and at 7:00 PM. Visitation was held on Wednesday, January 1st 2025 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Henson & Rich Funeral Home (414 E Mound St, Harlan, KY 40831). A burial was held on Thursday, January 2nd 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Resthaven Cemetery.
The family asks that all memorial contributions be made to the Hope Lodge in Lexington. 1500 College Way, Lexington, Ky 40502.
