George "Budd" Franklin Smith's obituary , Passed away on June 13, 2025 in Benson, North Carolina

George "Budd" Franklin Smith

May 28, 1963 - June 13, 2025 (62 years old)

Benson, North Carolina

George "Budd" Franklin Smith's obituary , Passed away on June 13, 2025 in Benson, North Carolina

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Rose & Graham Funeral Home

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George "Budd" Franklin Smith

May 28, 1963 - June 13, 2025 (62 years old)

Benson, North Carolina

George Franklin Smith Obituary

We are sad to announce that on June 13, 2025, at the age of 62, George Franklin Smith (Benson, North Carolina), born in Columbus, Ohio passed away. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of George Franklin Smith to pay them a last tribute.

As George departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved George. Though George may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He is survived by: his wife Laura Smith; his grandsons, Logan Smith, Lucas Smith and Lance Smith; his parents, William "Bill" Smith and Ruby Smith; his brothers, Matthew Smith and Derek Smith; and his niece Kelly Tipton.

A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, June 21st 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Inc. (301 W Main St, Benson, NC 27504).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Rose & Graham Funeral Home



Sat

June 21

Celebration of life

11:00 AM

Rose & Graham Funeral Home Inc.
301 W Main St, Benson, NC 27504

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