Jerry Wayne Smith Obituary

We announce the death of Jerry Wayne Smith of Belleville, Illinois, born in Hayti, Missouri, who passed away on September 6, 2026, at the age of 55. Jerry will be remembered by family members, friends, and others whose lives were connected in meaningful ways. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Wayne Smith to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Smith and Ruth McCoy-Beals. He is survived by: his wife Pamela M. Smith; his children, Jacob Smith, Benjamin Smith, Allison Smith, Rachael Smith and Leigha Wise; his grandchildren, Kevin Ettling, Ruby Ettling and Chihiro Smith; his siblings, Stacy Smith, Steven Smith and Lisa Gibbs; and his siblings-in-law, Chris Gibbs and Samantha Smith.