Gregory Smith

Gregory Stuart Smith, 54, of Marietta Ga, passed away on Wednesday, February 26 at Piedmont ER Jasper Mountainside. Greg was born in Austin, Tx, on June 14, 1970 to Ken Smith and Mary Alice Voris . He was a 1988 graduate of Lassiter High School in Marietta and was currently employed at Peraton, contracted to FDA, where he had just received his 10 years of service pin. He formerly worked for Bell South and Arylessence of Marietta. Greg was a man of many interests, a natural conversationalist, and someone who truly embraced life. Whether exploring the outdoors on a hike, playing a round of disc golf, or listening to music, like his favorite's Rush and Joe Jackson, he found joy in the things he loved. Beyond his hobbies, Greg's greatest role was being a devoted and doting uncle. He cherished every moment spent with his nieces and nephew, always making time for them, sharing laughter, and creating memories that will last a lifetime. Greg had an easy way of connecting with people - his curiosity and passion for the things he cared about made every conversation interesting, and he could talk to anyone about anything. His warmth, humor and adventurous spirit will be deeply missed by all who knew him and his memory will live on in the hearts of his family and friends, who will forever cherish the time they had with him. Greg is survived by his mother, Mary Alice Voris Smith of Marietta and his father, Ken Smith (Dottie) of Norcross, his brother, Chris Smith (Inga) of Johns Creek, sister, Kelley Oliver of Villa Rica, nieces Savanna and Isabella Oliver, Simone and Olivia Smith and nephew, Ayden Pendrak; cousins Jimmy and Donna Taylor, Drew and Debbie Kramer of Evansville, In. and Andrew and Georgia Voris of Chicago, Il; special friends Renee and Alex Westmoreland and many other dear friends, too many to list. Greg was preceded in death by his grandparents Ed and Jessie Voris of Geff, Il., and Herb and Lida Smith of Evansville, In., his uncle Dan Voris of Olney, Il., and his aunt, Karen Kramer of Evansville, In. A celebration of Greg's life will be held on March 11, 2025, at 10:30 am at Southern Cremations and Funerals at Cheatham Hill, 1861 Dallas Hwy, in Marietta.Memorial contributions can be made to the Cobb County Humane Society and to Barefoot Ranch, a horse rescue farm in Canton, Ga. The family would like to thank everyone who comforted and assisted us during this difficult time.