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Smith, Paul Franklin

Jan 23, 2021

SMITH, Paul Franklin

Paul Franklin Smith, 58 of Atlanta, Georgia left this world suddenly Sunday, January 17, 2021. He was born and raised in Orangeburg, SC and enlisted in the United States Air force in 1981. After serving our Country, Paul began civilian life in California in the late 1980's. Paul started his career with Starbucks Coffee Company 25 year ago and settled in Atlanta in 2005. He passionately enjoyed his job and valued the lifelong friendships he made throughout his career. Paul loved to travel and especially enjoyed the beach, fishing and spending time with family and friends.

He was proceeded in death by his farther John O. Smith Jr, of Orangeburg, SC. He is survived by his fiancé Joshua Laird of Atlanta, GA, his mother Viola D. Smith, his sister Cindy Smoak, his niece Kristen Smoak of Summerton, SC, and his nephew Brandon Smoak and wife Cassie, of Newport News, VA.

A memorial service will be planned on a later date, due to COVID-19. Friends and Family are encouraged to use the online guest book at SouthCare.us to express their condolences.

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