January 14, 2022, 75, Goldsboro –

Alva Sue Smith Eason, of Goldsboro, passed away in the early morning hours of January 14, 2022 at Wayne UNC Healthcare in Goldsboro.   Ms. Eason was born in Wayne County to the late Harold & Jessie Mozingo Smith.  She served her country as a member of the US Army.  Ms. Eason was a Detention officer with the Wayne County Sherriff’s Department.

Memorial service to celebrate her life will be held at a later date.

Ms. Eason is survived by her children: Paul Brown of Florida, Scott Brown of Florida, Gregory Brown of Texas, Patrick Eason of Goldsboro, NC and Sarah Eason Magner of Ashville, NC. Brother- Tommy Lancaster of Wilmington, NC. Sisters- Cherry K. Bailey of Virginia and Jane L. Reeves of Ashville, NC.  Four Grandchildren also survive.

Shumate-Faulk Funeral Home is serving the Smith family. Online condolences may be directed to www.shumate-faulk.com