Roger Smith, Sr.

Roger Brantley Smith, Sr., 87, of Asheboro, passed away Saturday, April 23, 2022, at his home. Funeral services will be held 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, April 27, 2022, at Science Hill Friends Meeting with Rev. Brady Morrison and Rev. John Porter officiating. A native of Randolph Co., Roger was born on January 4, 1935 to the late William Frank Smith and Irene Strader Smith. He was the former owner of Little Texas Seafood Restaurant. Roger was a charter member of Farmer's Lions Club where served for 50 years, and was involved with numerous community events. He was an active member of Science Hill Friends Meeting where he served on several committees. In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his son, Roger Smith, Jr.; brothers, Frank Smith, Jr., Garland Smith, Richard Smith, Archie Smith; and sister, Peggy Briles. Roger is survived by his wife, Doris Briles Smith; daughter, Laresa Ann Davis; sister, Doloris Briles; grandchildren, Katie Smith, Tyson Davis, Clint Smith, Treva Gates; and great grandchildren, Henry Smith and Ruby Gates. Mr. Smith will lie in repose from 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2022, at Ridge Funeral Home. Memorials may be made to Science Hill Friends Meeting, Quaker Ladies, 2421 Lassiter Mill Road, Asheboro, NC 27205; or to Community Home Care and Hospice, 533 S. Fayetteville Street, Asheboro, NC 27203.