William Joseph Smith

William Joseph Smith, age 39, of Sanford, died Wednesday 23, 2024.

Joseph was born in Chatham County on April 15, 1985, to Rebecca Douglas Smith and the late William Ledon Smith. He was also preceded in death by paternal grandparents William Smith and Dorothy Smith, and maternal grandmother, Carol Douglas. 

Surviving relatives include his wife Victoria Elizabeth Smith, two sons, William “Jase” Smith, Wyatt Joseph Smith, one daughter, Whitley Jo Smith, mother Rebecca “Becky” Douglas of Sanford, stepmother Kristie “Kris” Smith of Pittsboro, sister Tabitha Smith of Morehead City, nieces Ella and Tegan Smith, Uncle Shannon Smith and Aunt Robin Smith.

Joseph was a close follower of God, dedicated husband & father, Harley Davidson fanatic, and electrician for 23 years. He was loved by anyone who he encountered and the life of the party.

The family will receive friends on Sunday, October 27, 2024, from 5pm-7pm at Donaldson Funeral Home & Crematory Griffin Chapel.

A funeral service will be held Monday, October 28, 2024, at 11am at Donaldson Funeral Home & Crematory Griffin Chapel with Rev. Gary Moore presiding. 

In lieu of flowers, the family asks for donations to be made in Joseph’s memory to a share account at State Employee’s Credit Unit for the benefit of his children.

Condolences may be made at www.donaldsonfunerals.com

Donaldson Funeral Home & Crematory is honored to serve the Smith family.