Alvin Terry Smith, DIA retiree

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

Alvin was born in Washington, D.C., Aug. 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, Va., 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 and her husband Arzell, Jacqueline Oliver, and Megan Pomar; two great-grandchildren, Isaac Norwood and Scarlette Norwood; his special needs nephew who lived with him, James Smith; sister, Tiajuana Smith; brother, Irving Smith; and nephew, Kenneth Smith.   

A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m., Friday, Aug. 30, at the Long Neck Chapel of Melson Funeral Services, 32013 Long Neck Road, Millsboro, where friends and family may gather after 10:30 a.m.

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

Online condolences may be sent by visiting melsonfuneralservices.com.