Edwin Nimoy Smith

April 25, 1967 - September 23, 2017

Obituary Edwin Nimoy Smith, 50, passed away Saturday, September 23, 2017 in Bakersfield, California. He was born April 25, 1967 in Bakersfield, California to Eddie Lee Smith and Minnie Earnestine Hardy. He attended Fremont Elementary, Compton Junior High, and East Bakersfield High School. After high school, Edwin began working for the Housing Authority of Kern County where he was able to craft his skills as a handyman. For over 35 years, he was a reliable repairman throughout the city of Bakersfield. Edwin’s greatest accomplishments were his children. His children remember him being as very protective over his family and friends, having a goofy side to him and being tough on the outside but soft on the inside. Those who knew Edwin described him as having a big heart, a man who offered sound advice, and a man who could make a mean gumbo. Edwin was an individual who had a passion for football, particularly the Dallas Cowboys. He often found peaceful moments in fishing, taking camping trips, listening to music, and cooking. Edwin is survived by his mother; Minnie Hardy, his long time significant other; Angela Lauer, his children; Diontray Smith Sr., Anthony Smith, Nebutanay Walker, Albray Maxwell, Daylon Smith, Devin Smith, and Kiara Smith, his grandchildren; Diontray Smith, Jr., Ebony Smith, Arinna Smith, Andrew Smith, Ka’shaylie Walker and Chasen Jackson, his siblings; Myrna Veley, Ralonda Green, Wenzel Love, Jeanetta Love, Kyle Smith, and Katina Jones. Edwin leaves behind five nieces, six nephews, and a host of relatives and friends. He is preceded in death by his father, Eddie Smith. 2 Corinthians 5:8- To be absent from the body is to be present with the Lord.