Chester Leroy Smith, 75, of Covington, died Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at his residence.

Mr. Smith was born August 24, 1948 in Princeton, NJ, a son of the late Leonard and Dorothy Davidson Smith.

Chester retired as a logistician with the PepsiCo company. He was an avid fisherman, car and truck enthusiast, and a devoted family man.

Survivors include his wife, Leona H. Smith; a son, John E. Smith and his wife Nicole, all of Covington; and a daughter, Shanon M. Smith, of South River, NJ.

In keeping with Chester’s wishes, his body has been cremated.

A private memorial service is planned at a later date.

Arritt Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.

Friends wishing to send condolences to the family may do so at arrittfuneralhome.com