Jerry Smith

</element><element id="paragraph-1" type="body"><![CDATA[ Jerry W Smith, age 68, of DuQuoin, passed away Wednesday, September 3rd 2008 at the St.Louis University Hospital.

Jerry was born April 5th, 1940 in Elkville IL. to Hubert and Dulcie (Kirtley) Smith. Jerry was an avid NASCAR fan and attended many races and meet many of the drivers. He dearly loved his family and friends and was a faithful member of the Baptist Church. Jerry loved all sports from the national to local level. Jerry also served in the U. S. Army during the Vietnam era.

Jerry is survived by his wife Kay (Neal) Smith of DuQuoin; son Clinton Wayne Smith of DuQuoin; daughter Melanie Smith Jenkins and husband Adam of Bellville; grandson Evan Jenkins and he was anxiously awaiting another bundle of joy that is on the way. Jerry also leaves several nieces and nephews. He also leaves his faithful companion Billy Bob who will greatly miss the morning walks.

Jerry was preceded in death by both his parents, one brother Charles E. Smith, and three sisters.

Funeral services for Jerry will be held on Sunday, September 7th, 2008 at 2:00pm at Davis Funeral Chapel (State Route 148 & Park Street Road) with the Rev. Joe Wagner officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 6th, 2008 from 5-8:30pm at the chapel. Interment will be in the Elkville Cemetery. To send condolences to the family please visit us at www.davisfuneral-chapel.com.