Vernest

Smith

November 6, 1966 - September 18, 2022. Vernest Smith was born November 6, 1966, in Lake City, FL to Ed and Bernice Smith. Vernest is the twin of Ernest (Pamela), and youngest brother to Lugene, Freddie, Amos (Lorraine) and Willie (Verdie) Smith.
As the youngest of 10 children, he leaves behind a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and friends. He was preceded in death by his Father Ed, Mother Bernice, and siblings Edward, Earl, Louise, and Eddie.
Vernest attended school at Niblack from primary through high school. During his adult years in Lake City, FL, he participated in the Special Needs Program at the Sunrise Community Center. In 1999 he moved to Atlanta, GA with Ernest (Pam) where he attended Destiny's Child Care Center and the South Fulton Training Center, where he participated in hobbies, arts & crafts, field trips, movies, church, and a host of other activities that enriched his life and allowed him to have a lasting impact on his caregivers, support personnel, and fellow participants. A special thanks to Ms. Darlene and Complete Care, who provided in-home respite care during his final years.
Vernest lived to keep up with Ernest until God called him home. He is sorely missed in all of our lives, but we know he is at peace, where he has no handicaps, feels no pain, and has no more concerns of this world.
Funeral Services will be held at 11:00AM on Saturday September 24, 2022, at the Northside Church of Christ in Lake City, FL. The wake will be held at 6:00 PM on Friday September 23, 2022, at Mizell Funeral Home.
The family would like to thank All who have contributed to Vernest's care, touched his life, and supported Ernest and his Brothers. Flowers may be sent to Mizell Funeral Home at 365 NW Washington St, Lake City, FL 32055. Written condolences cards, gifts, and love may be sent to Ernest Smith at 1145 Lynhurst Drive SW, Atlanta, GA 30311.
For those who are not local or unable to attend in person, Northside Church of Christ Lake City invites you to attend funeral service for Vernest Smith Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84957233502
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