Tonya Smith Obituary
Tonya Smith of Goldsboro, North Carolina passed away on July 25, 2026. Tonya, born on November 26, 1971, shared life alongside family, friends, and others. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
Tonya will be remembered for the impact she had on the lives of those around her. Friends, family, and colleagues will cherish their memories and the time shared. Those who knew Tonya will remember moments of kindness, warmth, and presence. Though words cannot fully capture her life, the legacy of connections and experiences remains. Tonya’s absence will be deeply felt by those who valued her companionship.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gary Rance Hurley, Sr. and Gloria Elaine Hurley; and her brother Gary Rance Hurley, Jr.. She is survived by: her husband Robert Smith; her children, Megan Cansler and Brandon Smith; her grandchildren, Aaron Smith, Jay Sauls, Amelia Smith, Hurley Cansler, Anthony Hernandez and Damian Watson; and her sisters, Lisa Hurtado and Dee Hurley-Holmes (Donna). She is also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, extended family members, and dear friends.
