Gregory Lewis Smith, formerly of Center Moriches, died on January 13, 2019, of complications from diabetes.
Survivors said he loved the water and was an avid wind and ocean surfer. He braved ocean currents all over the world but always returned to the beaches and waves of Long Island.
Mr. Smith is survived by his daughter, Crystal Blue Willis of Westhampton Beach and her mother, Gail Smith of Remsenburg; a brother, Kevin Smith of Pennsylvania; a sister, Carol Laube; and stepmother, Carol Smith of East Quogue. He was recently predeceased by his brother, Stewart Smith of Florida.
A memorial service is being planned for the spring.
on Jan 18, 2019