Rev. William Randall Smith

November 28, 1941 - June 6, 2019
Rev. William Randall Smith

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Rev. William Randall Smith, age 77 of Wilmington passed away Thursday, June 6, 2019 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center. He was born November 28, 1941 to the late James Smith and the late Doris Register. He was also preceded in death by his wife of 55 years, Diane, his granddaughter, Jennifer Long, stepfather, Dorris Register, and brother David Register.

Randall was a loving father, grandfather and great grandfather. He served in the United States Air Force before being called into the Ministry. Randall served faithfully as an Advent Christian Minister for 45 years. He was the Pastor of Middle Sound Church, Hickory Grove Church and was the current Pastor of Castle Hayne Advent Christian Church. He devoted his life to Jesus and sharing the Gospel with others.

He is survived by his daughter Sandy Gerstenmier (Steve) , son William Randall Smith, Jr (Mary), daughters Susan Clay (Russell) and Sherry Pitcher (John) and “adopted” daughter Missy Mitchell (Steve), 14 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, sisters Sandra Register, Carolyn West, Linda McClellan (Noel) and brother Johnnie Register (Sara), numerous nieces, nephews and other extended family members.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 in the afternoon on Monday, June 10th, 2019 at Wrightsboro Baptist Church located at 2736 Castle Hayne Road, Wilmington, NC 28401 with Pastors Steve Spearing and Rick Crocker officiating. Visitation with the family to immediately follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lower Cape Fear Hospice and Life Care Center

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation 1535 S.41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403 910-791-9099

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  • January 01, 2023
    Brad Cook says:
    My ne is Brad Cook. Brother Randall was my pastor for several years. This man lead me to God. He helpe understand a lot about being a husband and father. I now live in Tampa. About a month ago I called the church. I needed to talk. It's been years since we spoke. I left a message but no call back. He touched my family in so many ways. His kind words of God. I will miss you brother Randall. Bye Brad

  • January 01, 2023
    Brad Cook lit a candle:
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  • June 08, 2019
    Christina Dulworth says:
    Pastor Randall was always such an encourager! It was such a pleasure to serve the Church under his direction. Can't wait to see him again in heaven... very soon!

  • June 17, 2019
    Diane mcgee prairie says:
    Sorry but know he will hear well done good and faithful servant . I grew up attending Banner Chapel advent Christian ch urch in benson N.c.

  • June 10, 2019
    Deborah Jernigan says:
    Randall was such an inspiration to so many. His love of the Lord and his family was so refreshing. He was by far my favorite pastor and teacher. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family. I know we can vision in our minds God saying, well done, my good and faithful servant, welcome home.