Steven L. Buffington of Marietta, Georgia went to be with his Lord on April 10, 2018 surrounding by his family. Steve was a beloved son, brother, uncle, and friend. A graduate of The University of Georgia class of 1979 with a degree in Business and Accounting, he built many successful businesses. He was a devout Dawg fan, car enthusiast, and avid golfer. Steve was a warm soul with a giant laugh and an abundance of generosity. He was a kind man who was always offering his help to those around him.
Steve is preceded in death by his wife. Gail Abernathy Buffington. He is survived by his parents, Jean and Leonard Buffington of Tucker, Ga, his siblings Marylynn Berlin of Smyrna, Ga, Stan Buffington of Tucker, Ga, Laurie (Jeremy) Conlon of Tucker, Ga, and Libby (Bob) Carroll of Lilburn, Ga and his nieces and nephews Ashley (Dustin, Emery, and Mack) Skidmore of Tucker, Ga, Christie (Ben, Kinsleigh, and Ellie) Maloch of Tucker, Ga, and Nicholas Berlin of Smyrna, Ga. He is also survived by his girlfriend, Lincy Norman of Marietta, Ga.
Private services will be held. In lieu of flowers please make donations on Steve's behalf to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation, The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation, or the American Heart Association.