Jerry (Narolvis Adamekis) Smith was born April 29,1943, at Everett General Hospital, the son of Jasper Desmond and Mildred Wold Smith. His ancestry includes the Rodland and Wold families who were early local pioneers from Norway.
He lived in Everett his entire life, attending Jefferson Elementary, North Junior, and was a proud graduate of Everett High School. Jerry’s work history began as a carrier for the Everett Herald in his youth. Later, he was an employee of K&H Printing Company in Everett, and ultimately was a fifty-year, Gold-Card member of the Laborers’ Union local 292. He also served in the Army National Guard.
In 1966, he married Joni Marie Bilbrey who he called, “My Lady”. They pledged their love to one another at Bethany Christian Assembly, formerly Bethany Temple, where they faithfully attended throughout their lives together. Early in their marriage, they purchased a 1912 Craftsman Bungalow home in north Everett, in the same neighborhood where Jerry and Joni met. In July 2021, they would have celebrated fifty-five years of wedded bliss.
Together, they enjoyed traveling, having visited thirty-six states, discovering their rich family history. They were active members of Northwest Everett Neighborhood Association, where Jerry designed and built the gazebo at Drew Neilson Neighborhood Park with the help of his good friend, Jeff Hardy; both members of the Adventure Club. This group was a source of inspiration and support during Jerry’s journey with AML.
Jerry’s remaining family includes; wife Joni; sons, Greg (wife Ursula), Jade (wife Diana); and daughter, Jenger (husband Cid); twelve beloved grandchildren; uncle Robert Smith (wife Bev); and siblings, David and Aurora. Extended family includes many close cousins, nieces, and nephews.
Once in a lifetime a person comes along who others admire, respect, and look up to for their strength, integrity and wise counsel. Jerry was that man and so much more. Jerry had a strong work-ethic, deep faith and an unwavering love for his family.
A memorial service will be held at Bethany Christian Assembly, 2715 Everett Ave, on Saturday, May 1st, at 10:00 a.m.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Youth Dynamics - Stonewater Ranch, 19537 Chiwawa Loop Road, Leavenworth, WA 98826, https://yd.org/stonewater-old/stonewater-capital-projects, a non-profit organization close to Jerry’s heart, which benefits at-risk youth.
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