Mr. Tony Eric Smith, age 67 of 1419 Highland Ave, Albemarle passed away June 9, 2010 at Harris Hospice House, Charlotte, NC. He was born April 8, 1943 in Stanly County. He is preceded in death by his father and mother, Mallie Harding Smith and Mabeth Allene Simmons Smith. Mr. Smith was a member of the Congregational Christian church. He loved Single Action Shooting Society competition and drag racing. He is survived by his sons, Eric Smith and wife Tema of Albemarle, Chris Smith and wife Brandy of Richfield; grandchildren, Mallary, Cole, Bailey and Ty; brother, Barry Smith of Guam; sister, Beth Smith of Salisbury. Visitation will be Friday, June 11, 2010 from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle. Funeral service will be Saturday, June 12, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Hartsell Funeral Home’s Lefler Memorial Chapel, Rev. Joe Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Fairview Memorial Park in Albemarle. The family will meet at the home of his son Eric Smith, 1707 Blanche St, Albemarle, NC 28001. Online obituaries and condolences at www.hartsellfh.com