Lacey Smith, Jr.

Lacey Smith Jr. was born on March 27, 1941, to the proud parents of Lace Smith Sr. and Varis Smith in Cochran, Georgia. He attended the local schools graduating from Cochran High School and Edward Waters College in Jacksonville, Florida.

Lacey lived life marked by distinction, service, curiosity, and joy. His presence filled every room with warmth, intelligence, and effortless charm. Born with a spirit anchored in faith, Lacey gave his life to Christ at an early age. He proudly served his country in the United States Marine Corps, carrying the discipline, honor, and resilience of a Marine throughout his life.

Professionally, he worked for many years with United Parcel Service, where he retired as a Division Manager. Never one to limit his ambitions, Lacey also became a successful real estate agent and mortgage broker.

Deeply engaged in his community, he was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Incorporated, the NAACP, and an active participant in the Camden County Chamber of Commerce.

Lacey was a man of boundless curiosity, a natural conversationalist who delighted in the outdoors and loved his family immensely. He pursued general aviation pilot training and became an avid golfer. Though distinguished in demeanor and accomplishments, he remained approachable and warm, with a great sense of humor. He listened intently, laughed fully, and even danced and sang on occasion. He leaves behind a legacy of service and achievement; one that will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him.

Lacey Smith Jr. went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Lacey was preceded in death by one niece, Varis Veronica Smith; both parents, Lace Sr. and Varis Smith; three brothers, Tyrone Smith, Wright Harold Smith and William Henry Smith; and sisters, Roslyn Smith Jones and Linda Smith.

Lacey leaves to cherish his memories, a loving and devoted family, two brothers, Ralph Smith (Ruby) of Jacksonville, Florida and Edward K. Smith (Rosetta) of St. Augustine, Florida; one sister-in-Law, Susan Smith of Atlanta, Georgia; daughter, Stacey Cox (Darren) and bonus daughter, Alecia Rene (Benny) of Jacksonville, Florida; grandchildren, Darren Cox II, US Navy, Diamond Cox, Jakoby Gelsey (Lawanda), Jakari Gelsey, and Jakeem Gelsey of Jacksonville, Florida; nieces and nephews, Pamela White (Charlie Jr.), of Ormond Beach, Florida,  Jason Smith of Las Vegas, Nevada, Ivan Billings of Washington, DC, Sebastian Smith (Denise) of Grayson, Georgia, Fredrick Jones of Tampa, Florida, and Theresa Robinson (Keith) of Winter Springs, Florida; great nephews and nieces, Charlie White, III (Monica) of Chesapeake, Virginia, Ralph-Edward White (Teaonca) of Conyers, Georgia, Angelo Smith, Calvin Smith both of Portland, Oregon, Jabri Smith, Ameri Smith both of Las Vegas, Nevada, Anderson Billings of Washington, DC, Briana Woodard, Sierra Smith and Jeremiah Smith of Grayson, Georgia; and a host of cousins and friends.

Sarah L. Carter's Funeral Home Northside is serving the Family.

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