Celebrating the life of
Billy Gene Smith
June 19, 1937 - April 17, 2015
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Billy Gene Smith, 77, died Friday, April 17, 2015 at St. Joseph's Hospital. He was born June 19, 1937 in Douglas, GA to the late Dan and Nancy Smith. Billy was the owner of Billy Smith's Professional Roofing and Remodeling. He was a member of the Good Hope Plantation Hunting Club in Ridgeland, SC. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Shirley M. Smith, of Savannah, two daughters, April Smith and Melanie Smith, both of Savannah, and one grandson, Cody Smith, of Savannah. He is also survived by two brothers, Lonnie Smith and Dan Smith, and one sister, Betty Smith, all of Douglas, GA, and also many loving nieces and nephews.
A Memorial Service to honor his life will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Shirley M. Smith, 8622 B. Old Montgomery Road, Savannah, GA 31406.
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
Shirley,April,.Melanie and Cody, my heart goes out to all of you! I just cut his hair and knew he was not well. He will be missed . His love for all of you should give you all comfort especially his little man. May God bless you all.
- Bonnie Connolly, Savannah , Ga.
it is with great sadness that I share my sympathy with you . Jason and I are sending all of our live and support to you during this awful time. We both love you all so much and we are here for you always.
- Chellie Heckman, savannah, ga
it is with great sadness that I share my sympathy with you . Jason and I are sending all of our live and support to you during this awful time. We both love you all so much and we are here for you always.
- Chellie Heckman, savannah, ga
Shirley,Melanie,Cindy and Cody my heart I'd hurting over your loss.Billy was a fun loving man,we had some great times since I married his older brother in 1955.I have read about on here comments from his hunting buddies,he has always liked to hunt and fish.In the late 50's most of his hunting was for squirrel s,I have fried a lot of those when he lived with us.I was blessed to have good in-laws and he was a favorite one.I will keep ya'll in my prayers.Love Ya'll Aunt Carlene Smith
- Carlene Smith sister-in-law , Hazlehurst, Ga.
Shirley,Melanie,Cindy and Cody my heart I'd hurting over your loss.Billy was a fun loving man,we had some great times since I married his older brother in 1955.I have read about on here comments from his hunting buddies,he has always liked to hunt and fish.In the late 50's most of his hunting was for squirrel s,I have fried a lot of those when he lived with us.I was blessed to have good in-laws and he was a favorite one.I will keep ya'll in my prayers.Love Ya'll Aunt Carlene Smith
- Carlene Smith sister-in-law , Hazlehurst, Ga.
Dear family, my heart goes out to you all for the loss of a wonderful Uncle. I loved him and I know he was a good man. He will be missed by a lot of family & friends. I will pray for God's peace to be on Aunt Shirley, April, Melanie and Cody and all of the remaining Smith family. I love you all & feel your loss. Carlene Gauler, Neice
- Carlene Smith Gauler, Andrews, SC
My deepest condolence to the Smith family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces.(Isaiah 25:8). Also during the days to come, may Mr. Smith's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the privilege of growing up at Pine Barren hunting with Mr. Billy. Seeing him each weekend with his hat just propped on top of all his hair was always a highlight. Saturday nights in the fall/winter with him and Mr. Paul Banner always cooking something, are times that I miss the most about Pine Barren. He was just fun to be around.
- Chris Myers, Walterboro, sc
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John always enjoyed hunting with him.
- John and Kristen Wimberly, Bowman, SC
Aunt Shirley, April, Melanie and Cody-my deepest thoughts and prayers are with all you. I cant imagine what you all are feeling. Just know he loved you with all his heart. I know your lives will never be the same again as well as ours here. Uncle Billy was one of a kind and never one time did he not have a smile on his face. I remember the first time meeting him.....he told me that my name was "baby" cause thats all Ted had told him. LOL!!! And that name stuck for the last 17 years. I truly loved being at the lake with him and hearing all the funny stories of all the Smith family. I know he left a legend behind and he will forever be in our hearts as well as you all too.
- Ted and Stephanie Clarke, Douglas, ga
So sorry to hear of Uncle Billy's passing. Sending love and hugs to all of my sweet Smith family.
- Lacey Mizell Alexander, Jacksonville, FL
Yesterday was one of the saddest day's of our lives, you will be forever missed...we love you Billy Smith.
- Annette & Lonnie Smith , Douglas , Ga
Sorry for your lost, loved every minute hunting with him at Pine Barren.
- Doug Shuler, Santee, SC
Shirley,April,.Melanie and Cody, my heart goes out to all of you! I just cut his hair and knew he was not well. He will be missed . His love for all of you should give you all comfort especially his little man. May God bless you all.
- Bonnie Connolly, Savannah , Ga.
it is with great sadness that I share my sympathy with you . Jason and I are sending all of our live and support to you during this awful time. We both love you all so much and we are here for you always.
- Chellie Heckman, savannah, ga
it is with great sadness that I share my sympathy with you . Jason and I are sending all of our live and support to you during this awful time. We both love you all so much and we are here for you always.
- Chellie Heckman, savannah, ga
Shirley,Melanie,Cindy and Cody my heart I'd hurting over your loss.Billy was a fun loving man,we had some great times since I married his older brother in 1955.I have read about on here comments from his hunting buddies,he has always liked to hunt and fish.In the late 50's most of his hunting was for squirrel s,I have fried a lot of those when he lived with us.I was blessed to have good in-laws and he was a favorite one.I will keep ya'll in my prayers.Love Ya'll Aunt Carlene Smith
- Carlene Smith sister-in-law , Hazlehurst, Ga.
Shirley,Melanie,Cindy and Cody my heart I'd hurting over your loss.Billy was a fun loving man,we had some great times since I married his older brother in 1955.I have read about on here comments from his hunting buddies,he has always liked to hunt and fish.In the late 50's most of his hunting was for squirrel s,I have fried a lot of those when he lived with us.I was blessed to have good in-laws and he was a favorite one.I will keep ya'll in my prayers.Love Ya'll Aunt Carlene Smith
- Carlene Smith sister-in-law , Hazlehurst, Ga.
Dear family, my heart goes out to you all for the loss of a wonderful Uncle. I loved him and I know he was a good man. He will be missed by a lot of family & friends. I will pray for God's peace to be on Aunt Shirley, April, Melanie and Cody and all of the remaining Smith family. I love you all & feel your loss. Carlene Gauler, Neice
- Carlene Smith Gauler, Andrews, SC
My deepest condolence to the Smith family for the loss of your dear loved one. During this most difficult time, may your hearts be comforted by Jehovah God's promise to swallow up death forever and to wipe away the tears from all faces.(Isaiah 25:8). Also during the days to come, may Mr. Smith's sweet memories fill your hearts with joy and peace.
- Thomas, Snellville, Ga.
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I had the privilege of growing up at Pine Barren hunting with Mr. Billy. Seeing him each weekend with his hat just propped on top of all his hair was always a highlight. Saturday nights in the fall/winter with him and Mr. Paul Banner always cooking something, are times that I miss the most about Pine Barren. He was just fun to be around.
- Chris Myers, Walterboro, sc
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. John always enjoyed hunting with him.
- John and Kristen Wimberly, Bowman, SC
Aunt Shirley, April, Melanie and Cody-my deepest thoughts and prayers are with all you. I cant imagine what you all are feeling. Just know he loved you with all his heart. I know your lives will never be the same again as well as ours here. Uncle Billy was one of a kind and never one time did he not have a smile on his face. I remember the first time meeting him.....he told me that my name was "baby" cause thats all Ted had told him. LOL!!! And that name stuck for the last 17 years. I truly loved being at the lake with him and hearing all the funny stories of all the Smith family. I know he left a legend behind and he will forever be in our hearts as well as you all too.
- Ted and Stephanie Clarke, Douglas, ga
So sorry to hear of Uncle Billy's passing. Sending love and hugs to all of my sweet Smith family.
- Lacey Mizell Alexander, Jacksonville, FL
Yesterday was one of the saddest day's of our lives, you will be forever missed...we love you Billy Smith.
- Annette & Lonnie Smith , Douglas , Ga
Sorry for your lost, loved every minute hunting with him at Pine Barren.
- Doug Shuler, Santee, SC
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
