George M. "Buddy" Smith, Jr., age 84, of Gulfport, passed away on April 24, 2017.
He was preceded in death by his parents, 4 brothers, and 2 sisters.
Survivors include his wife of 64 years, Dolores Smith; 3 sons, Michael, Kevin (Judy), and Gary; 2 sisters, Jackie Barbare and Betty Powell; 8 grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and other relatives and friends.
Mr. Smith moved to the coast with Southern Airways and later opened his own travel business. He was a past member of the Gulfport Jaycees and was named Jaycee of the year. He enjoyed fishing, golf, and and snow skiing.
Visitation will be on Friday, April 28, 2017, from 9 - 10 am at St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church, 720 E Beach Blvd, Long Beach. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10 am in the church.
The RIEMANN FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, 19130 Commission Road, Long Beach, is serving the family and an online guestbook may be signed at www.riemannfamily.com
Visitation
APR 28. 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 720 East Beach Blvd. Long Beach, MS, US, 39560
Service
APR 28. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church 720 East Beach Blvd. Long Beach, MS, US, 39560