John L. Smith's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2026 in Clearwater, South Carolina

John L. Smith

April 11, 1935 - May 21, 2026 (91 years old)

Clearwater, South Carolina

John L. Smith's obituary , Passed away on May 21, 2026 in Clearwater, South Carolina

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Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service

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John L. Smith

April 11, 1935 - May 21, 2026 (91 years old)

Clearwater, South Carolina

John L. Smith Obituary

The world bids farewell to John L. Smith (Clearwater, South Carolina), departing on May 21, 2026 at the age of 91. John 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 wife Eleanor Kneece Smith; and his parents, John Smith and Vinnie Hall Smith. He is survived by: his sister Rachel Story; his grandchildren, John Michael Smith (Amanda), Summar Smith and Juanita Flynn (Matt); his great grandchildren, Jessica Bown, Shelby Bown, Miranda Flynn, Kai Larson and Haley Briceno (Julian); and his great great grandchild Rylee Warner.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 at 12:00 PM at the Lakeside Baptist Church (4280 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Clearwater, SC 29842). A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, May 30th 2026 at 1:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials in memory of John may be given to Lakeside Baptist Church. (http://www.besidethelake.com).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hatcher Funeral Home & Cremation Service



Sat

May 30

Visitation

12:00 PM

Lakeside Baptist Church
4280 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Clearwater, SC 29842

Sat

May 30

Celebration of life

1:00 PM

Lakeside Baptist Church
4280 Jefferson Davis Hwy, Clearwater, SC 29842

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