Roger Lee Smith

Mr. Roger Lee Smith, age 78, of Pearson, Ga. passed away Sunday, March 16, 2025, at Langdale Hospice House in Valdosta, Ga.

Mr. Smith was born December 28, 1946, in Douglas, Ga. to the late Frank and Mary Etta Starling Smith. He made his home in Pearson and worked for many years at Georgia Pacific until it’s closing. He then worked at Langboard Mdf in Willacoochee, Ga. until he retired. After retirement Mr. Smith also worked with the Atkinson County Road Department and Red Creek Builders. He enjoyed attending tractor shows and being outside. He was a member of Union Hill Congregational Christian Church. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife, Patricia Giddens Smith, and 2 brothers, Franklin Smith and Charles Smith.

Survivors include:

Daughter: Jessica Ashley Young and husband Frances Morin of Cumming, Ga.

4 grandchildren and several nieces, nephews, and other relatives also survive. 

Memorialization was by cremation. 

Relihan Funeral Home in Pearson, Ga. was in charge of the arrangements.