Jerry Smothers Obituary

The passing of Jerry Smothers of Gadsden, Tennessee occurred on September 22, 2026. Jerry, born on April 20, 1942, is remembered by those who knew him. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerry Smothers to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Buford Smothers and Christine Joyner Craven; his son Joseph Leon Smothers; and his siblings, Diane Turner and Derrell Smothers.

He is survived by: his wife Joan McElroy Smothers of Gadsden; his children, Joy Smothers of Gadsden and Jason Smothers (Angie) of Humboldt, TN.; and his grandchildren, Hunter Smothers, McKayla Smothers, Dalton Smothers (Georgie), Skyler Smothers, McKenna Smothers and Julia Finley.

A celebration of life was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 10:00 AM to 12:30 PM at the Antioch Baptist Church (425 Lewis Rd, Humboldt, TN 38343). Visitation was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Ridgeway Funeral Home (201 Dunlap St, Paris, TN 38242). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 25th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

Memorials may be made to the Lottie Moon Christmas Offering ℅ West Jackson Baptist Church 580 Oil Well Road, Jackson, TN 38305.