He was born on February 16, 1946 in Peoria to John J. and Henrietta (Hoover) Smith.
Survivors include his son, Jeff (Susan) Smith of Norwood; daughter, Kerie Smith (Dan Dozard) of Peoria; Grandchildren, Remington Smith, Luke Smith, Danika Dozard and Degan Dozard; 5 siblings; close friends Mary and Bob Chamblin of Peoria; and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents and 6 siblings.
Smitty was a United States Army Veteran. He worked at Caterpillar Inc. as a forklift driver before retiring in 2008. After retirement he worked as a delivery driver for O'Reilly's.
Per his wishes, cremation rites have been accorded. A celebration of life will be held on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at 5 p.m. at Church of the Living God, 2815 W. Lake Ave. Peoria, IL 61615. Bishop Leroy Smith will officiate.
Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Midwest Affiliate or TAPS.
Online condolences may be made at www.davison-fulton-bartonvillechapel.com
