Charles W. Smith, age 77 of Vineland, passed away unexpectantly Wednesday evening in the Inspira Medical Center. Born and raised in Millville, Charles served in the Army National Guard, was a past Forest Fire Warden, former member of Port Norris Fire Co., and a retired Senior Corrections Officer of Bayside State Prison. He was a member and former usher of St. Mary's Church in Rosenhayn. He enjoyed gardening, woodworking, travelling and spending time with his grandchildren. He was predeceased by his parents Charles D. and Dorcas Smith.

Charles is survived by: his wife, Dolores Smith, one sister, sons Charles S. Smith, Jerry Dowd and Jeff Dowd; daughter Marlene Lazarus and husband Tim; grandchildren Mandy Harvey and husband Justin, Rachel Dowd, and Dylan Dowd; and great grandson Ayden Harvey.

Relatives and friends are invited to attend the funeral liturgy 11 am Monday, November 3, 2014, at the Barr Funeral Home, 2104 East Main Street in Millville, where there will be a viewing from 9 am to 11 am. Burial will be private.