Charles William Smith Jr.

Charles W. Smith, age 82, of St. Augustine, Florida, passed away peacefully on December 25, 2024 at UF Health St. Johns Flagler Hospital with his family by his side. He was born on June 18, 1942, in Paulsboro, New Jersey, to Charles and Amelia Smith. A proud graduate of Villanova University, Charles earned a Master’s degree in Chemical Engineering in 1965. He spent a long and fulfilling career with DuPont and Westinghouse, retiring from the Savannah River Plant in Aiken, South Carolina, in 1997. His work took him across the country, but after many corporate relocations, Charles and his wife, Marilyn, found their home in St. Augustine, Florida, where they could enjoy the life they had built together. Charles met his future wife, Marilyn Sandford, in 1965 and together they raised two daughters: Chandilyn Wicker (Chris) and Devon Smith (Robin). Charles cherished the time spent with his family. He is survived by his brother-in-law, Will Sandford, and his wife, Amy Wagner of Santa Cruz, California. In his retirement, Charles immersed himself in a variety of personal interests. He enjoyed reading, golf, and attending the Masters. He was a passionate collector of stamps and coins and shared his love of history by teaching a class on the Civil War, Charles also found great joy in watching his beloved Villanova Wildcats basketball team and the L.A. Dodgers. Charles’s life was defined by his dedication to his family, his work, and his love of animals which he passed to his children. He will be remembered for his quiet strength, generosity, and his love for those closest to him. A celebration of Charles’s life will be held at 10am on Friday, January 10, 2025 at St. Johns Family Funeral Home with Rev. John Fletcher officiating. Those unable to attend can view the service live-streamed at https://iframe.dacast.com/live/2a7a09ae1c0559a83ef537e05e6a14a6/2aae7d5f-98fd-a9e6-32a7-b774547cf42c. A reception will follow the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Samaritan’s Purse, with a focus on North Carolina hurricane relief. Charles’s family thanks all who have supported them during this time, and they take comfort in knowing that his legacy of love and dedication will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. St. Johns Family Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Charles William Smith Jr.

June 18, 1942 - December 25, 2024