Heather Nicole Smith

April 26, 1985 - May 27, 2012
Heather Nicole Smith

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Heather Nicole Smith, 27, died unexpectedly Sunday, May 27, 2012. Born on April 26, 1985 in Wilmington, NC. She lived in Leland, NC since she was three years old.

When she was fifteen she started working at the Piggly Wiggly in Leland, NC. She went on to work at Food Lion, as well as numerous other places. She had a heart of Gold and a smile that could light up any room. One of her biggest passions and dreams was to work with the elderly as a health care professional. The biggest passion in her life was spending time with her two nieces Taylor and Payton Smith. She couldn’t wait for them to visit on the weekends so they could make cupcakes or go to the park together.

She loved spending time on the beach, going out dancing, and fishing. She loved to spend her time outdoors, especially when her family lived in Miami and Okeechobee FL. She treasured her family, friends, and canine (Kaya). Her mother was lucky enough to have her as her maid of honor. Heather always looked up to her brother, Kevin, whom she called “Bubba”. Not a day went by when they didn’t spend some time together. She attended New Hope and Leland Baptist Church in Leland, NC.
Many would see Heather’s life as short, but for those who were lucky enough to be touched by her amazing spirit, understand that the quality of a person’s existence far exceeds the quantity of time which they have to live.

With her passing we remind others that her life is something to be celebrated. Although we will miss her everyday she will remain in our hearts forever. We will never forget her winning smile.
She was preceded in death by her grand-daddy, Harvery R. Smith Jr.; step-sister, Brittany Williamson; and two very special friends, Richie Reynolds and Larry Ray Patrick. She is survived by her loving mother, Connie Turner-Williamson; step-dad, Jamie Williamson; brother, Kevin “Bubba” Smith and girlfriend Robyn Bordeaux; step-brother, Shane Williamson; and two special nieces, Taylor and Payton Smith. Also surviving are her very special Grandmother; Margaret Smith “Memaw”, two special uncles, Glenn Smith of Wilmington, NC and Tim Smith of Leland, NC; a special Aunt whom she considered a second mother, Kay Freeman of Bolton, NC; and many other aunts, uncles, and cousins.

God took her to his loving home
He saw her getting tired,
a cure was not to be.
So he wrapped her in his loving arms
And whispered “Come with me.”
She suffered much in silence,
her spirit did not bend.
She faced her pain with courage,
Until the very end.
She tried so hard to stay with us,
But her fight was not in vain,
God took her to his loving home,
And freed her from all pain.

“Heather was not only my daughter, but my best friend”

The family will receive friends from 6:00 – 7:00 PM Thursday, May 31, 2012 at Wilmington Funeral Chapel with a memorial service beginning at 7:00 PM. Officiating will be Reverend Kenny Emmanuel.

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Wilmington Funeral & Cremation, 1535 S. 41st Street, Wilmington, NC 28403. 910.791.9099


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  • April 27, 2021
    Mom says:
    My dearest Daughter Heather Nicole. Happy Birthday in Heaven. Big 36, I hide my tests when I say your name, but the pain in my is still the same although I smile and seem care free there is no one who misses you more than me. Bubba wanted to tell you he loves and misses you too. Also Happy Birthday. I know you are having a blast with Granddaddy and all your friends especially Jesus. I don't think anyone could top his birthday parties. One day I will get to see for myself. You better be holding me a place. Your so lucky No tears in Heaven. Miss and Love you. I don't even know how to put it all in words baby girl.

  • May 27, 2021
    Mom says:
    Heather I can't believe its been 9 years today since I have seen your beautiful face and heard your sweet voice. I am trying not to cry because I know in my heart your in a much beautiful place with our Lord an Savior. I have never felt the pain of living and losing something so dear to my heart. You are truly your Moms daughter. As you know Bubba is doing better and in treatment. I just miss you so much I feel as if I am alone without you here by my side. I just want you to know its the same around here I just dont have you here with me in person, I feel so alone but as long as my heart beats I know ypur close. Your garden is beautiful not as beautiful as you but still pretty. Can't wait till we ate together again. Love you Mom

  • June 18, 2021
    Kevin says:
    Sis I was just laying here tonight and you have been on my mind a lot lately and in my heart I know I ain’t wrote in a while on here but it seems it makes me feel wrost when I write to you what I wouldn’t give to hear bubba in your voice I thought it would get a little better after so many years but it hurts just the same or wrost he’ll I don’t know all I know is I wish you were here are hole family has went there on way from one an another but that don’t even brother me it kill me every day I wake up and reamber your gone it’s a pain I wouldn’t wish on my wrost enemy I just lay here and think why you he’ll I would have traded places with you no question ask u was my baby sister and the love I had for you and still do just hurts all the time I try to cover it up but sometimes it’s just like I don’t even want to carry on but I know I got to for mom she in bad enough shape over you I just wish I would have came over that morning I play that over and over in my head there just so much stuff going on now I wish u were here to help me thru it I use to be scared of death now it don’t even bother me cause I know you and dad will be there when it’s my time to come home I hate I don’t write much but it’s just so painful what I wouldn’t do for u to be here or me be with you but iam try to start writing you more maybe that will help with the pain but I doubt it you were something that can never be replaced the bond we had was to strong god how much I love and miss you sis but iam try get a little sleep so till the next time I write give dad a hug and try to guide me in the right direction but reamber you were my best friend and I miss u so much love bubba and mom

  • October 13, 2021
    Mom says:
    Hey baby girl so sorry I have not wrote you sooner. As you already know Kaya is with you now. She passed away Sept 2nd she was 13. I miss her so much but I find comfort in knowing she is with you now getting all my kisses and hugs. I you so much even in my heart I know your happy and wouldn't come back to this screwed up place even if you could. I know your finally at peace and getting to see the Lord every day. I cant wait till I get to join you. I think the Lord had left here to take care of Bubba. I can't wait till the day he decides to get clean, I pray even every night. I love him so much you both are my Life. Getting me a new car Friday so happy now I can get back in church, that's going to be my life. Tell daddy I love him and will be seeing him when the Lord calls me home. I love and miss you baby girl.

  • December 26, 2021
    Mom says:
    Dear Heather, This has been the 9th Christmas without you here at Mama's. You have taught me so much through out those times. I have finally decided that I want to live like you did. I want to with passion and a purpose and be the knd hearted person that u were. Because of u and Bubba, I learned that becoming a mom is the greatest privilege of all. Because of u I will cherish the good memories and carry them with me forever. Because of you I believe n angels and the afterlife and know I will see u again one day. Because of you I have learned that grief is really love. Because of you I know that love never dies. Thank you baby girl for the Christmas gifts. I love and miss you until we are together again.