Linda Smith, 74, of Wanchese, died Sunday, December 23, 2018, at Peak Resources – Outer Banks. Born September 17, 1944, she was the daughter of the late Agnes Strickland and Robert J. Smith.

A longtime resident of Manteo, she worked in the hospitality industry as a cook and cleaner. She was also very interested in genealogy. Her loving and caring nature made her the cornerstone of her family.

Linda is survived by daughter Allison Lopez (José); sons Michael S. Smith and Mark Smith (Sandi Fike); grandchildren Tiffany Smith, Ashley Turbbit, Tyler Smith, Jenna Smith, Whitney Kittridge, Zachary Smith, Noemi Lopez, Malki Lopez, Savannah Durand, Kathryn Durand, Brianna Lopez and Joseph Lopez; a great-grandchild; sisters Connie Cannon and Betty Lou Johnson and brothers Glen Smith and Dennis Smith.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by husband William D. Smith; sisters Alma Williams and Wilma L. Smith and brothers Clarence Smith and James E. Smith.

A memorial service will be held in Roanoke Rapids at a later date.

Twiford Funeral Home, Manteo is assisting the family with arrangements. Condolences may be expressed at www.TwifordFH.com.

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