Jerry L. Smith, 63, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2023, at Sanctuary Hospice House, Tupelo, MS. Jerry was a lifelong resident of Pontotoc County and a masonry for most of his life. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, and especially playing with his nine grandchildren: Christy, Jayman, Jacob, Colton, Ben, Kilyn, Brantley, Waelon, and Rylee. His lifelong friend J.L. Melton “Jellybean” will be a special speaker.
Jerry is survived by his children, James Smith (Ashley) and Linda Smith (Tyler); and his siblings, Anthony Smith (Tabitha), Pete Smith, Ricky Smith, Anna McMillen, Glenda Mae Spencer, Joyce Spencer, and Sue Smith.
He was preceded in death by his father, James Floyd Smith; his mother, Minnie Lou Smith; and his brother, David Smith.
Service will be Friday, October 20, 2023, at 11AM at Tutor Memorial Funeral Home in Pontotoc with J.L. Melton speaking.
