Linda Paulette Smith Lail

Linda Paulette Smith Lail, 73, of Granite Falls, passed away on Tuesday, January 1, 2019 at her residence.

She was born on October 8, 1945, in Caldwell County, to the late Archie Kent and Ada Pauline Helton Smith. She worked at Granite Falls Middle School before she retired.

Those left to cherish her memory include her husband of 54 years, Dean Carroll Lail; three daughters, Tamara Gilbert of Lenoir, Janet Wright of Lenoir, and Amanda Bates of Granite Falls; a son, James Lail of Granite Falls; and a sister, Melody Kay White of Lenoir.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 5, 2019 at Alexander Funeral Service from 2:00 – 3:00 p.m. The memorial service will follow at 3:00 p.m. in Alexander Funeral Service Chapel with Rev. Gary Jennings officiating.

In lieu of flowers, all memorials may be made to Hospice of Caldwell, 902 Kirkwood St NW, Lenoir, NC 28645.

Condolences may be sent to www.alexfuneralservice.com.