Hoy Lee Smith Obituary
We are sad to announce that on November 3, 2025, Hoy Lee Smith of Monroe, Georgia passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
In the quiet moments of reflection, amidst the gentle rustle of leaves and the whispered song of the stars, we shall carry Hoy's memory with us, a guiding light illuminating the path ahead. May Hoy's journey be filled with peace and serenity, and may he find rest in the embrace of eternity.
He is survived by: his wife Arleen Smith; his son Tori Kentray Smith; his grandchildren, Notasha Partlow, Antwan Smith, Naomi Smith, Nathan Rucker and Kennedi Rhyora Smith; and his siblings, Sumner Anthony Smith (Pat), Hazel June Sherow and Elizabeth Lynette S. Ward. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family, and dear friends.
Viewing was held on Friday, November 7th 2025 from 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM at the Jackson-McWhorter Funeral Home (1253 W Broad St, Athens, GA 30606). A celebration of life was held on Saturday, November 8th 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Timothy Baptist Church (380 Timothy Rd, Athens, GA 30606).
