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Mr. Grant Smith, 37– Grant Taylor Smith, age 37, passed away Saturday, July 26, 2014, at Hospice Atlanta. Born in Houston, Texas, Grant lived in and around Atlanta most of his life. He was the owner of a multinational materials company, a pilot who enjoyed flying Cessnas out of DeKalb- Peachtree Airport, and a talented musician.
He was a caring and generous spirit who brought laughter and smiles to the family and friends he held dear. He was a devoted husband, a proud father, and a loving son.
He is survived by his wife, Alison Howell Smith; son, Taylor Declan Smith; parents, J Neil Smith and Ellen Woodside Smith; brother, Jeff Smith (Bonnie Smith); and sister, Kate Smith Hall (Mike Hall).
Funeral services will be conducted at 11:00 a.m., Saturday, August 2, 2014, from the North Avenue Presbyterian Church, with Rev. Jeff Meyers officiating.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jeff Smith, Neil Smith, Mike Hall, Donald Berglund, John Lawley, Marc Fitten, Conor McCarthy, Kate Hall, Jason Ward and Adrian Sasine.
A custodial account had been set up for the needs and education of Taylor Declan Smith at www.supertaylor.com .
Georgia Cremation 3116 U. S. Highway 23, Duluth, Georgia 30096 is assisting the family with local arrangements 678-584-0914. Condolences may be made or viewed at www.GeorgiaCremation.com .
Sandra Evans Davidson says
Bootsie your family have been in my prayers for a very long time. I am so sorry that you have lost your son. I do not know what to say. I do love you and wish our Lord’s peace for all of your family.
Martha Evans Barker says
Bootsie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. My son Greg, 27, has also been praying for the whole family to have strength and faith during this time. I love you… and always think of the pink birthday cake whenever I say your name… We even have a cat name Bootsie.
May God Bless you all and hold you all near, Martha
Ida Wozniak says
Dear Alison:
I am very saddened to hear of your loss. Please know that my thoughts and prayers are with you and Declan during this difficult time. May the love from family and friends bring you peace and healing.
Love,
Ida Wozniak
John 16:33 “I have said these things to you, that in me you may have peace. In the world you will have tribulation. But take heart; I have overcome the world.”
Mickie White says
Bootsie my prayers are with your family, so sorry.
Catie Covelle says
Dear Smiths,
Your family is so close that I know what a devastating loss Grant’s death is. I know how it feels like there is a hole in your heart and in the circle of the family.
He is in a wonderful place and has a lot of family to greet him. I’m sure he is with Mom and Dad and watching over all of us.
Love
Catie
Jim & Tina Biggs says
Dear Neil & Bootsie,
We are so sorry for the loss of your son Grant. He was a tremendous representative of your family values, your love of life and a terrific blend of your personalities. Of course Grant will be missed by all who were fortunate to know him, but we pray the fond memories will carry you through this tough time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Jim & Tina (Christie Covelle) Biggs
Bonnie says
Neil, Bootsie, Kate, Jeff and Alison,
I will be thinking of you tomorrow as you celebrate Grant’s life. You gave him such wonderful support, he would probably wish you loving memories and peace.
Love,
Bonnie
Patrick Hull says
My goodness, I am so sorry to hear about Grant. I have a lot of fond memories playing with Kate, Jeff and Grant in Oak Ridge, TN. Bless you all!