NORWAY — Warren L. Smith, 42, of South Paris, died unexpectedly on Sunday, Feb. 20, at Stephens Memorial Hospital.

He was born in Norway, Sept. 28, 1968, the son of Wesley N. and Dorothy A. Roakes Smith. He graduated from Oxford Hills High School in 1986.

Warren will be sadly missed by so many people; he was a people person who loved to help others when in need. He was a devoted race car fan, from his own race car to watching NASCAR. He loved hunting with his family and teaching his son about the sport.

He married the love of his life, Debra, on July 1, 1989. Together they enjoyed each other’s company, each day making memories that will be cherished forever. He loved his nieces and nephews. He would always make time for them. Good Ole Uncle Warren, the go-to person with their problems.

He is survived by his wife, Debra; sons Brian Brackett, and Christopher Smith. One granddaughter; his mother, Dorothy Smith, of Oxford; his grandmother, Lucille Roakes, of Bridgton; his brothers, Wes Smith of Norway, Wendell Smith of Norway, and Wayne Smith of Oxford; his sisters, Marcia Libby of Norway, and Mary Wilson of South Paris; and several nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.

He was predeceased by his father, Wesley N. Smith.

Graveside services will be held in the spring at Oakdale Cemetery in Otisfield. Family and friends may attend visitation on Saturday, Feb. 26 from 2 to 5 p.m. at Chandler Funeral Homes & Cremation Service, 45 Main Street, South Paris. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Christopher Smith Education Fund, c/o of Norway Savings Bank, 261 Main Street, Norway, ME 04268.

Online condolences may be shared with his family at www.chandlerfunerals.com