Page 6 - The Fayetteville Press Newspaper October 2025 Edition

Page 6 The Fayetteville Press September/October 2025 Edition

Harold Lorenzo Smith was honored and presented

The Old North State Award

August 29th, 2025
On behalf of NC Works Ca-
reer Center, formerly Employment
Security Commission, Harold
Lorenzo Smith was honored and
presented the Old North State
Award, for his dedication and ser-
vice beyond expectation and excel-
lence, on behalf of the citizens of
this State. His loyalty and commit-
ment to this longtime position as a
NC Works Career Center Manager
2, has been a great executive to
Robeson, Hoke, Scotland and Rich-
mond County areas. He served as
a board member of the North Caro-
lina Employment Training Associa- Harold Smith Mother, Mrs Doris Sinclair with family and Friends Mr. Harold Lorenzo Smith
tion. Unfortunately, Harold passed Pictures Provided By Emily Blue, Blue Diamond Photography
away on May 24th, 2025. A genu-
ine soul that left so many footprints
in so many hearts. Harold’s mother, As His servant his ministry was taking care of family, feeding the homeless, sing- ing, exciting and memorable with repeated standing ovations!
Mrs. Doris Smith Sinclair was pre- ing and directing major choirs. His gifts and talents were inspirational. With an With such professionalism, creativity and style, this distin-
sented the award on his behalf by infectious smile, Harold didn’t meet any strangers. He delivered positive energy, guished gentleman served as the lead Sales Associate at JT’s
Regional Operations Director, Mr. encouragement, and care to everyone he met. Harold earned his Bachelor’s De- RSVP Suits and Tuxedos in Fayetteville, NC. Clients during
Victor Glover. Speakers were Lieu- gree in Business Administration and Management from Fayetteville State Univer- prom and wedding seasons always looked forward to his ex-
tenant Colonel, A.J. Johnson, Mr. sity in 1992. He was also a proud member of the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, pert decisions and assistance. Harold’s popularity exceeded
Jarrell Wilson, Ms.Tammy Beasely Graduate Chapter. Walked in the 100 Professional Black Men in Black of him!
and Yolanda Moore . Relatives and Fayetteville, NC. We are so thankful to God for sharing him with us. With
friends were present as well. As an entrepreneur, Harold was the founder and owns Simply Della Jouere congratulations and love, we will always remember your ac-
Harold’s work didn’t stop at Magazine, Motions Model Agency and the Della La Jouere Bracelet Line. Every complishments, your giving, friendship, and our special time
his primary. His first love was God. fashion show he sponsored in Cumberland and surrounding counties were amaz- with you. You are a legacy that will never be forgotten.

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