It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Jay Dee Smith of Schererville, Indiana, who passed away at the age of 82, on April 27, 2023. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Jay Dee Smith to show support.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Elizabeth Smith and Lawrence Smith; and his daughter Barbara Smith. He is survived by : his wife Jean; his children, Micki Smith (Bob Buteyn), Dave Smith (Darcy), Jennifer Noonan (Patrick), Jeffery Smith (Rita Bashaw), Mandi Czyszczon, Curtis Sanchez (Jhenn) and Mindy Sanchez; and his grandchildren, Erica, Elisha, Jason, Tina, Sam, Elle, Mia and Annalia. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren.

Donations can be given to the First Presbyterian Church of Highland, Empty Circle Zen Sangha, or Hospice of the Calumet Area, in Jay's name.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hillside Funeral Home & Cremation Center