Alvin Terry Smith, age 71, of Millsboro, DE passed away on Sunday, July 14, 2024 at his home.

Alvin was born in Washington, D.C. on August 30, 1952 son of the late Irvin Smith and Vivian (Minor) Smith.  He worked as an Information Services Specialist with the Defense Intelligence Agency retiring in 2004 after 32 years of service.

Alvin enjoyed gardening, was an amazing cook working during his high school years at an established restaurant in Alexandria Virginia as assistant to the chef and loved shopping.

He is survived by his husband and companion of 46 years, Wayne Edward Perkins; two daughters, Tina Marie Haynes and Amanda Ellen Perkins; three grandchildren, Jessica Rose Norwood her husband Arzell, Jacqueline Oliver and Megan Pomar; two great grandchildren, Isaac Norwood and Scarlette Norwood and his special needs nephew that lived with him, James Smith, and sister Tiajuana Smith, and a brother Irving Smith and nephew Kenneth Smith.

A memorial service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, August 30, 2024 at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Rd., Millsboro, DE where friends and family may gather after 10:30 AM.

In lieu of flowers the family suggests memorial contributions in Alvin's name to Delaware Hospice, 100 Patriots Way, Milford, DE 19963.