ROCKY MOUNT - Pattie Mae Holloman Smith, age 89, passed away on Thursday, September 5, 2024. Born in Edgecombe County on June 6, 1935, she was the daughter of the late Elisha James Holloman and Mable Thorp Holloman. She was also preceded in death by her husband, Robert Earl Smith, Sr.; her granddaughter, Kelly Lynne Watson; her brother, Curtis Lee Holloman; and her sister, Mary Magdalene Holloman Page.

Pattie is survived by her daughter, Patricia Ann Watson (Gregory); her sons, Robert Earl "Robbie" Smith, Jr. (Denise), and James Oliver Smith (Gail); 7 grandchildren; 4 great-grandchildren; her sister, Nellie Pearl Tucker; and many nieces, nephews, extended family members.

A graveside service was held September 9, 2024 at Rocky Mount Memorial Park with Rev. Richard Collins officiating.