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Pastor William D. Smith, Sr. Obituary

Pastor William Drew Smith, Sr. of Warner Robins, Georgia, formerly of Americus, Georgia, died Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at City of Hope in Newnan, Georgia.


The funeral service will be held on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the sanctuary of the Union Grove Missionary Baptist Church in Warner Robins, Georgia.  The burial will follow at the Magnolia Park Cemetery in Warner Robins, Georgia.

Published by J.W. Williams Funeral Home, Inc. - Cordele on Feb. 4, 2026.

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Karl & DeLois Wilson

February 16, 2026

Karl and I were deeply saddened by the death of Drew. Our condolences and prayers are with the family during this difficult time. May Almighty God comfort and strengthen you in your time of grief. You are in our hearts and prayers.

Norris Harris

February 12, 2026

William and I went to Boys State in Atlanta in the school year 70/71 sponsored by the American Legion Post 558. He from Americus High and me from Union High. We became friends and both of us pastors . Rest in peace my friend.

Toya Patterson

February 8, 2026

Sending love and condolences.

LaToya Patterson

February 8, 2026

My prayers are with you all.

February 7, 2026

So sorry Gloria and family, You two were the good ones.

Ross Pace

February 7, 2026

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

Betty Williams Stephens

February 6, 2026

Our love and prayers goes out to the Smith Family may the Grace and mercy of the lord be with you. From Robert Lee Williams

betty smith

February 6, 2026

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

SHERRI BROWN

February 6, 2026

May God give you peace and comfort during this difficult time! My deepest sympathy, SHERI Brown and family

Waldo Johnson

February 5, 2026

My thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends and all who loved Pastor William Drew Smith, Sr. His brilliance was unmatched, his welcoming spirit was beyond measure. Rest in peace, dear Brother.

Robert Morgan Sr

February 5, 2026

In loving memory of a brother, friend, and classmate who I respected and wanted to be like.

Evanglist Lillie SOLOMON

February 3, 2026

Thank God for meeting You and your wife a sweet couple in the Lord. Will be missed, God bless you in the spiritual realm of God. You help alots of people in Jesus.

Gloria Harris

February 3, 2026

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Vanessa Daniels Furlow

February 3, 2026

"When you lose someone you love; you gain an angel you know" Our deepest condolences for your lost.
Classmate AHS 1972
The Furlow's
Vanessa, Larry Jr, Kelvin, Cassie

Ed Tymes

February 3, 2026

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Veneka Marshall

February 3, 2026

Our deepest condolences- may God´s peace and comfort be with you throughout this difficult time ~Veneka Marshall & Family

Pastor W. Jerome & Barbara Smith

February 2, 2026

With Love & Prayers for Comfort.
We are Family. We are here as you may need us.

Ariel GONZALEZ

February 2, 2026

I will always remember you as a kind person. RIP Will.

Yolanda & Joe Oglesby

February 1, 2026

Our sincerest condolences to the family. May God grant you all comfort and peace during this difficult time.

Samuel Butler

February 1, 2026

Thank you Pastor W D. Smith for being a brother, friend and spiritual mentor, I will miss you a lot, and to the family, may the Lord give you strength, comfort and peace throughout this difficult time.

Lizzie Sims

February 1, 2026

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you ce

lebrate a life well lived.

Dr. Annette Mumphery

January 30, 2026

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Pastor Veronica Mason

January 30, 2026

To the families, my heart goes out to each of you for the loss of your loved one

Lester and Anna Broner

January 30, 2026

Our sincere condolences to the Smith family on the loss of our family member Drew. May God bless and be with you in your time of sorrow.

Willie Golphin Willie Golphin

January 29, 2026

Sending condolences and prayers for the family . May the Lord give you comfort and encouragement during your hours of bereavement.

Deloris Mercer

January 29, 2026

We had two emotions when we heard of your passing. 1. Joy- You are permanently fellowshipping with our Lord and Savior - no more pain. 2. Our hearts are saddened by your transition.
Thank you for the counsel, grace, prayers, and support you gave us during the passing of our parents. There is no on else in this world we trusted their Eulogy to but you. Your gentle pastoring spirit has been apart of our lives for over 30 years. Thank you!
We desperately pray for Ms. Gloria, your children, grandchildren, and your church family at this time. We know you heard “well done” !

We love you,
Children of the Late Rev . William P. and Julia Harrell’s children:

LaLanda, Lori(Gary), Deloris Ann (Chris), Michele (Tim Sr.), and Nicole.

The Staff of J. W. Williams Funeral Home

January 28, 2026

Our hearts are saddened by your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May the treasured memories of your loved one bring you peace and comfort, and may you find strength in the love and support of those around you.

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