Mrs. Elizabeth "Beth" Ezell Smith, 85 of Griffin, Georgia passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2020 in her home. Beth was born in Cartersville, GA on May 5, 1935 to Gibson Greer and Dorothy Toole Ezell. She grew up in Monticello, GA, attended Mercer University and Graduated from Emory University with honors, with her teaching degree. Beth enjoyed her PhiMu Sorority and continued to support both colleges and PhiMu. Beth married Troy Smith, Jr in the 50's and they had an amazing life together until he died in 1996. She was a dedicated wife, mother, grandmother and teacher. She was a devout Methodist and prayer warrior. Beth loved flowers, birds and all animals. She was a great example to all that knew her. In addition to her parents, she is also preceded in death by her husband, Troy J. Smith, Jr and a sister Dorothy Lillian Napier. Survivors include her son, Troy J. "Trey" Smith, III and his wife Linda of Bremen, GA; a daughter, Greer Smith Stephens and her husband, Charles R. Stephens of Griffin, GA; grandchildren, Troy J. "TJ" Smith, IV of Thomaston, GA, Martin Wiggins of Franklin, GA, Joshua Brent Stephens of Atlanta and C. Braxton Stephens of Hawaii. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 7, 2020 between the hours of 5-7 pm at Conner-Westbury Funeral Home, 1891 W. McIntosh Road, Griffin, GA 30223. A graveside service will be conducted on Saturday, August 8, 2020 at 11 am from Oak Hill Cemetery with Dr. John Mattox officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family request donations to be made in Beth's memory to The Alzheimer's Foundation of America, alz.org.