John Howard Smith's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2025 in Cleveland, Georgia

John Howard Smith

August 12, 1943 - May 4, 2025 (81 years old)

Cleveland, Georgia

John Howard Smith's obituary , Passed away on May 4, 2025 in Cleveland, Georgia

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Barrett Funeral Home

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John Howard Smith

August 12, 1943 - May 4, 2025 (81 years old)

Cleveland, Georgia

John Howard Smith Obituary

The world bids farewell to John Howard Smith of Cleveland, Georgia, departing on May 4, 2025 at the age of 81. John Howard leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Hugh Smith and Martha Smith (Koch); and his brother David A. Smith of Monroe Michigan. He is survived by: his wife Lorraine Smith (Tatham); his daughter Melinda D. Meeker; his son-in-law Rob Meeker; his son Matthew E. Smith; his daughter-in-law Shannon Phillips Smith; his son Michael H. Smith; and his grandchildren, R. J. Hutcherson, Meghan Smith, Molly Smith, Gabby Hutcherson and Brandon Smith.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial gifts be made to his church, Mt Yonah Baptist, 882 Asbestos Road, Cleveland, Georgia 30528.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Barrett Funeral Home



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Mt. Yonah Baptist Church
882 Asbestos Rd, Cleveland, GA 30528

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