Kent Joseph Smith Obituary
With sadness, we share the passing of Kent Joseph Smith of Defiance, Ohio. Kent, born on November 15, 1960, passed away on July 16, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Kent Joseph Smith to pay them a last tribute.
Family, friends, and acquaintances remember Kent for his warmth, thoughtfulness, and the moments shared together. While he will be deeply missed, the influence he had on the lives around him remains. Loved ones will reflect on the time spent together. Kent’s memory will live on in the hearts of friends and family, a lasting reminder of the connections and experiences he brought to the world.
He was predeceased by: his father Orville Smith; and his brother Orville Smith Jr.. He is survived by: his mother Julianne Smith (Minck) of Defiance, OH; his girlfriend Jo Wagner of Continental, OH; his daughter Alyxandria Smith (Matthew Dougherty) of Madison, WI; and his sister Elaine Smith of Hindsdale, IL..
In place of flowers, the family suggests donations to Auglaize Village in Defiance in memory of Kent's passion for preserving local history.
