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HR 1125: Smith, Mayor Waymond; Alapaha, Georgia; honoring the life, service, and legacy; condolences

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House Resolution 1125

By: Representatives Beckles of the 96th, Ford of the 170th, Hugley of the 141st, Efstration of the 104th, Gisler of the 121st, and others

A RESOLUTION

Recognizing and honoring the life, service, and legacy of Mayor Waymond Smith of Alapaha, Georgia; and for other purposes.

WHEREAS, Mayor Waymond Smith, 66, of Alapaha, Georgia, entered eternal rest on January 15, 2026, at South Georgia Medical Center in Valdosta; and

WHEREAS, Waymond Smith was born June 6, 1959, in Ocilla, Georgia, to Timothy Smith, Sr., and Verlie Mae Smith, the fourth child in a loving family, and graduated from Berrien High School in 1979; and

WHEREAS, Waymond dedicated over three decades of his professional life to Amoco Fabric and was currently employed with Winfab in Nashville, Georgia, demonstrating a strong work ethic, integrity, and commitment to excellence in every endeavor he undertook; and

WHEREAS, Waymond devoted 30 years as a proud member of the Alapaha Volunteer Fire Department, serving his community with courage and dedication; and

WHEREAS, Waymond served 22 years as an elected official and 18 years as the beloved Mayor of Alapaha, guiding the town with wisdom, compassion, and an unwavering dedication to the well-being of others; and

WHEREAS, his knowledge of municipal policies and law, paired with his genuine concern for his neighbors, left a lasting impact on all who had the privilege to know him; and

WHEREAS, Waymond was a founding member of The Gospelaires of Georgia, a beloved gospel quartet founded in the 1970s, serving as guitarist and backup singer alongside his brother Tim and cherishing every moment spent making music with family and friends; and

WHEREAS, his deep faith, devotion to family, and lifelong passion for gospel music blessed audiences and created a lasting legacy that continues today, including through his son Antwan who joined the group as a drummer; and

WHEREAS, Waymond was known for his humor, warmth, and remarkable gift for making everyone feel valued and loved, with laughter that could brighten a room and words of encouragement that left an indelible mark on friends, family, and colleagues alike; and

WHEREAS, he leaves to cherish his memory his children: Antwan (Jalisa) Smith, Verlitha (Benjamin) Reiss, and Xaveon (Chika) Wilson; his mother: Verlie M. Smith; his siblings: Rudolph Smith, Carlethia Nixon, Rose Marie Smith, Wilhelmina Smith, and Edwinda Reeves; along with cherished grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends whose lives he touched in profound ways.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the members of this body recognize and honor the exceptional life and service of Mayor Waymond Smith and express their deepest sympathy to his family, friends, and the community of Alapaha upon his passing.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the Clerk of the House of Representatives is authorized and directed to make an appropriate copy of this resolution available for distribution to the family of Mayor Waymond Smith.