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Gregory Smith Obituary

Gregory D. Smith, Ormond Beach, FL, age 61, passed away on August 6, 2013 after a long illness. He is survived by his devoted partner of 18 years Mary Smith; children, Christopher Smith of Deltona and Erica "Jill" (Matthew) Negedly of Edgewater; stepchildren, Charles Greenwood of Deltona, Ashley (Matthew) Gable of Ormond Beach and Lindzee (Erik) Folgate of College Park; grandchildren Brooke Ann and Luke Matthew Negedly, Benjamin, Anthony & Keenan Greenwood, Matthew Gable, Grant & Ashlyn Folgate; brothers, Jerry of DeLand and Richard of Pennsylvania; sister Pamela Wright of Kendall; several nieces and nephews. Greg served in the U.S. Army, was a local contractor for over 30 years in the Deltona area. Greg enjoyed collecting guns, boating, NASCAR and fishing. Visitation for family and friends will be Saturday, August 10, 3-5 PM at Deltona Memorial Funeral Home, where funeral service will follow at 5 PM. Entombment will be in Deltona Memorial Gardens at the convenience of the family. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made in his memory to the American Diabetes Association, P.O. Box 11454, Alexandria, VA 22312, 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) www.diabetes.org



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Published by Daytona Beach News-Journal on Aug. 9, 2013.

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John Mackrodt

August 13, 2013

Greg you will be missed.. Now who am I going to call when I have a question at an inspection.. RIP my friend!!

Jo Ann Ryan

August 13, 2013

Mary,

Our deepest condolences on your loss. Greg was a great guy and a long time true friend. We will all miss him very much. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Love,
Jo Ann and Paul Ryan

August 11, 2013

What a wonderful service! Greg would be so proud of his grandsons! The love they showed for him was simply heartwarming! Pops will be their guiding Angel throughout their lives! May the Good Lord heal their hearts knowing their pops is no longer suffering...love and.hugs to all of Greg's family, Janet and Greg Lustik

Bill and Kathy Nelson

August 10, 2013

You are all in our prayers. Know that he is at peace now.

Lindz, Erik, Grant, & Ashlyn Folgate

August 10, 2013

Greg, thanks for always loving us like your own children. Now you can rest in peace and be with our Heavenly Father. We love you and will never forget you!

rita gable

August 9, 2013

Greg you are now at peace with the Lord you can rest now. I will miss you

August 9, 2013

I am so sorry to hear the news about Greg, may he rest in peace and may the family find true comfort during this difficult time. God Bless you and the entire family. Make time for the simple things and memories of him in your heart. Wende Fowler (Eaton Rapids, MI)

THE BEATY FAMILY GREG, CONNIE,AMANDA AND ADAM

August 9, 2013

NO MORE SORROW, NO MORE PAIN, JUST WONDERFUL MEMORIES THAT REMAIN. GREG WOULD WANT US TO REMEMBER HIM IN HAPPIER TIMES,AND INDEED WE WILL FOR HE HELPED TO CREATE SOME OF THE BEST TIMES OF ALL OF OUR LIVES. WE ARE BLESSED TO HAVE KNOWN HIM AND ALL OF HIS WONDERFUL FAMILY. WE LOVE YOU ALL!!

Shannon FitzPatrick

August 9, 2013

Mary... Our hearts and prayers go out to you and your precious family. So happy I got to meet Greg and hoping you find peace in knowing he is now in God's Glorious Kingdom!!! I love you my special friend... Shannon and the FitzPatrick-Tatum Family

Chuck & Sharon Elrod

August 9, 2013

Mary,we are so sorry to hear about Greg. Take comfort in knowing he is at peace now. Words can't express our sorrow.Just remember you are not alone, we are always here for you. Love

Ashley, Matt, Matthew Gable

August 9, 2013

Greg your were like the houses you built, made of the finest materials: patience, laughter, strength, and most importantly love. Thanks for all the good times.

Love, Gable family

Ashley, Matt, Matthew

August 8, 2013

Greg, like the houses he built was made of the finest materials: patience, laughter, strength, and most importantly love.

Love Gable family

Ashley Gable

August 8, 2013

We will forever miss you Greg, thanks for being a part of our lives.

Terri Hanna

August 8, 2013

So sorry for your loss but Greg is at peace now and in no pain. God bless you and your family. Love, Terri & David

Bobby and Tammy Hunn

August 8, 2013

Mary, comfort and peace will come to you from your firm beliefs. Greg has gone home and is at peace. We'll always be here for you and with you.

Teri Coupie Weismiller

August 8, 2013

Dear Mary and family,
So sorry to hear about your loss. Prayers of comfort as you deal with your grief.

Mary Smith

August 8, 2013

Thank you my love for a memorable 18 years. I love you and you will always be in my heart.

Lisa Rice

August 8, 2013

Mary, we are so sorry for your lose. Greg was a wonderful man! We are Praying for you and your family during this time! Rip Greg

Lealia Joyner

August 8, 2013

Mary,
We are heartbroken for the loss of this sweet man. Your families will be in our thoughts and prayers. May God ever hold him safe within his most sacred hands.
Your friends,
Steve and Lealia Joyner

Jennifer Goodworth

August 8, 2013

Mary, I'm so sorry to hear about this. I'm glad that I got the chance to know him. He was a really great guy. Lots of love from the girls and I to you and your family. ~ Jenn

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