Jay F Smith Obituary
With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Jay F Smith of Lewiston, Michigan, who passed away on July 12, 2025 at the age of 59. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jay F Smith to pay them a last tribute.
In the sacred silence of farewell, Jay is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that Jay's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bettye Smith (Replogle) and George Smith Jr.; and his brother Gregory Smith. He is survived by: his wife Toni Smith (Balsis); his sister Susan Smith; his stepchildren, Britiany Balsis (Tory Freas) and Rhiannon Balsis; and his grandsons, Kaden and Ian Balsis-Freas.
Visitation was held on Friday, July 18th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Lashley Funeral Home (318 Pearl St, Mio, MI 48647). A funeral service was held on Friday, July 18th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
