Steven Lanier Smith, 62

Steven Lanier Smith, 62, of Hendersonville went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 31, 2014 at the Elizabeth House.

A native and lifelong resident of Henderson County, Steven was the oldest son of the late Gerald L. Smith and Alice Gilbert Smith. He worked at Continental-Teves for the last several years. Steven was of the Baptist Faith. He loved the outdoors and was an avid hunter and fisherman.

Survivors include his loving wife of 15 years, Judy C. Smith; a daughter, Stephanie Smith Hamilton and husband Bryan and son Noah of Hendersonville; sons, Jason R. Smith and wife Crystal of Hendersonville and Chase W. Smith of Brevard; sister, Debra S. Jones and husband Larry of Augusta, GA; brother, Dennis R. Smith and wife Pamela of Hendersonville; nephew, Trooper Kyle Smith; a number of aunts and uncles; and many stepchildren and step-grandchildren.

The family would like to extend special thanks to Four Seasons Hospice and the Elizabeth House and its caregivers for their extraordinary service.

A reception in honor of Steve's life will be held from 1-4 PM on Saturday, August 9, 2014 at Fruitland Baptist Church, 150 College Street, Hendersonville, NC 28792.

To offer condolences online, please visit www.shulerfuneralhome.com.