Greg Smith

(From Ozark Memorial Park Crematory)

Gregory Scott Smith, age 64, of Webb City, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 8, 2025, at his home.

Greg was born on September 12, 1961, in Pontiac, Michigan, to the late Jimmy and Margaret (Whitledge) Smith. At the tender age of 9, his family relocated to Carthage, Missouri, where he grew up and formed deep roots in the community.

On January 16, 1988, Greg was united in marriage to the love of his life, Melissa Lasiter, in Carthage. She survives.

Professionally, Greg held several roles, starting with his early work at Mallory Canvas in Carthage, later becoming a skilled drywall installer. Beyond his work life, Greg was a man of many passions. He had a deep love for art, inspired by a single episode of Bob Ross that motivated him to try his hand at painting. A talented musician, Greg, could play the guitar, and his love for music was evident in his everyday life. As a “gearhead,” he was knowledgeable about cars and motorcycles, spending countless hours indulging in his large hot wheel collection.

Greg’s life was marked by his big heart and unwavering love for his family. He was known to “never meet a stranger,” effortlessly drawing people in with his warm spirit and infectious laughter. His unique sense of humor could lift the spirits of anyone having a bad day, as he was always ready with a joke or a funny story. To Greg, family was everything—he would go to great lengths to support those he loved and was always there to lend a helping hand.

In addition to his devoted wife, Melissa Smith, survivors include his children, Kimberly Carnes, and Kevin, of Joplin, Anthony Smith of Joplin, Megan James, and Nick, of Joplin, and Michael Smith, and Wendy, of Galena; his siblings: Jimmy Smith Jr., and Sharon, of Liberal, Douglas Smith, and Randi, of Jasper, Mark Smith, and Amy, of Liberal, Kathy Miller, and Keith, of Joplin, David Smith, and Lynn, of Liberal, and Brian Smith, and Sabra, of Liberal; nine grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces, nephews, and extended family members.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2025, at 6:00 PM at Fairview Baptist Church in Joplin. The family will receive friends for a time of visitation beginning at 5:00 PM until service time at the church. Burial will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the family and entrusted to Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery and Crematory, Joplin.

Service arrangements are under the personal care and direction of Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery and Crematory, Joplin.