Obituary
Preston Eugene Smith of Martinsville, peacefully departed this life on the early afternoon of Saturday, May 4, 2024, at his residence, surrounded by loved ones after battling a prolonged illness. He was 40 years old. Preston was born June 15, 1983 and was the beloved son of Gary Eugene Smith and Brenda Joyce (Ault) Smith.
Educated at Emmerich Manual High School and a graduate of Warren Central High School in 2005, Preston had a passion for television, particularly enjoying shows like Dr. Pol and cartoons. He had a hearty appetite, with shrimp ranking among his favorite dishes. Described as a handsome man and the King of his household, Preston brought joy and laughter wherever he went. His fondness for spending time with friends at the Beech Grove Moose Lodge endeared him to many.
Preston leaves behind a legacy of love and kindness. He had been baptized at the Whosoever Will New Testament Baptist Church.
He is survived by his parents, Brenda (James Boggess) Smith and Gary Smith; his grandmother, Joyce Eicks; his sister, Dawn (Jason Spivey) Mills and his brother, Sean Smith; his nieces and nephews, Paige (Quentin) Parks, Trent (Morgan) Ballew, Nicholas Mills and Kayleigh Mills; a great-niece and two great-nephews; his aunt, Barbara Martin; several cousins along with a host of friends.
He is preceded in death by his maternal grandfather, William Ault Sr.; his uncle, William Ault Jr.; maternal grandmother, Sandra Wilson; paternal grandparents, WE Smith and Bonnie Smith as well as his beloved Black Lab, Lisa Marie.
Funeral services will be held at 7:00 PM on Tuesday, May 14, 2024, at Forest Lawn Funeral Home, Greenwood.
The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM until the time of service where light snacks will be provided by the family. He will be inurned at Forest Lawn Memory Gardens. The family wishes to express their sincere gratitude to Preston’s healthcare helpers, Bonnie Wheat and Cheryl Lynn, for their loving attention during his illness.