George Millard Smith

George Millard Smith, 85, of Teloga, Georgia, entered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on July 9th, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of unwavering faith, humble service, and steadfast love for his family and community.

George was born on May 31, 1941, to the late Albert and Maggie Smith. He was preceded in death by his beloved parents, brother David Smith, and sisters, Lula Mae Gentry, Leona Prince, Inez Brown, Shirl Rabdeau, Janice Smith, and his son, Greg Smith.

For 63 years, George shared a faithful and devoted marriage with the love of his life, Mary Sue Smith. Together, they built a home centered on faith, hard work, and family, creating a legacy that will continue for generations to come.

George is survived by his loving wife, Mary Sue; his brothers Wiley Smith (Marsha), Junior Smith (Shirley), and sisters Carolyn Hanks, Minnie Smith, Betty Wentz (Kelly), Beth Wentz (Jack); his children Angie Wade (Tony), Missy Hunnicutt, Kevin Smith, Chris Smith (Julie), Keith Smith (Katie); grandchildren Joseph Culbert (Angie), Jennifer Collins (Chris), Jamie Culbert (Kesha), Ashley Thompson, Jordan Smith (Ollie), Ryan Thompson (Jannah), Joshua Wade, Sara Winn (Jesse), Alica Morton (Casey), Taylor Woods (Collin), Taylor Morton (Chris), Hannah Thompson (Matthew), James Wade, Bailey McKinney, Ian Morton; numerous great-grandchildren; great-great-grandchildren and many extended family members and dear friends who will forever treasure his memory.

A hardworking man, George spent much of his life sawmilling and cutting pulpwood. He understood the value of honest labor and taught those around him that a day's work should be done with integrity and excellence. He never sought recognition, only the satisfaction of providing for his family and serving others.

More importantly, George was a simple yet profound man of God. His faith was not merely spoken; it was lived. As a beloved member of Chelsea Baptist Church, he faithfully served the Lord and His people with humility, wisdom, and quiet strength. His life reflected the words of Micah 6:8: He hath shewed thee, O man, what is good; and what doth the LORD require of thee, but to do justly, and to love mercy, and to walk humbly with thy God?

George had a special heart for people who were often overlooked or forgotten. He saw value where others sometimes failed to look and extended kindness to those whom society had cast aside. Whether through a helping hand, a listening ear, or simple acts of generosity, he demonstrated the love of Christ in practical ways.

Those who knew George knew he was a remarkable blend of qualities that often seem to conflict. He was firm in his convictions, yet gentle in his spirit. Strong in character, yet humble in heart. Blunt and direct when truth needed to be spoken, yet always gracious and compassionate. He believed that love and truth belonged together, and his life reflected both.

His greatest legacy is not found in the timber he cut or the work of his hands, but in the lives he influenced through his faith, his example, and his love for God and others. His family, church, and community are better because he faithfully lived the life God called him to live.

Though he will be deeply missed, those who know Christ find comfort in the promise that George has heard the words every faithful servant longs to hear: "Well done, good and faithful servant." His race is finished, his labor is complete, and he now rests in the presence of the Savior he faithfully served.

The family asks that you remember George not only for the life he lived but also for the faith he shared, striving to love God, love others, work hard, and walk humbly as he did. The service celebrating George’s life will be at Chelsea Baptist Church in Menlo, Sunday, July 12th at 4:00 PM EST. The family will receive guests from 2:00-3:45 before the service. George will be buried at Chelsea Cemetery following the service. The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Morgan, Lisa, Cassie, Matt, and David of the Adoration Hospice Group in Gadsden, Alabama, for the compassionate care they provided to George during his final days on Earth.