Catherine Smith

Catherine Bell Smith, daughter of the late Vernon Leach and Dora McGirt, was born November 23, 1945 in Robeson County, North Carolina. She was called home to rest on July 31, 2009.



At an early age, she confessed Christ as her personal Savior. Catherine was an active and dedicated member of New Hope United Methodist Church from usher board, choir, member of numerous church committees, to a member of the United Methodist Women.



Catherine dedicated her life to her husband, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren, instilling in them values of faith, honesty, and hardwork. Catherine was known for her charismatic attitude and strong-minded will.



She leaves to cherish her memories her beloved husband, John Wesley Smith; four children, Robert B. Leach and wife Catherine, Sondra Baker and husband Earl, Jacqueline Leach and Vonzell Leach all of Rowland, NC; seven grandchildren, Evan Leach and wife Kenea of Seattle, WA, Vonta Leach of Rowland, Earlisha Leach of Greenville, NC, Jacoby Lewis of Columbia, SC, Tierra Leach of Fayetteville, NC, Jonta\\' Leach of Rowland and Corey Leach of the home; five great grandchildren, Dmarcus Leach, Jonta\\' Leach, Jr., Dorian Leach, Kiersten Herod and Jaliriya Leach; and many other relatives and friends to cherish her life and fondest memories. Catherine you will be greatly missed.



The family will receive friends on Wednesday, August 5, 2009 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at New Hope United Methodist church in Rowland. Services will be conducted on Thursday, August 6, 2009 at 2:00 pm at the New Hope United Methodist Church officiated by Rev. Larry Roberts. Burial will follow in City Grove Cemetery.