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Jerry Hoyt Smith Obituary

Auburn - Jerry Hoyt Smith, 49, went to be with his Heavenly Father on February 2, 2011. Jerry was the beloved husband of Amy Wells Smith and the father of Lanier (22), Hannah (20), Jay Sexton (20), Wells (12), Parker (11), and Zachary (9). Jerry was preceded in death by his grandparents Furman and Johnnie Smith, Aubrey and Sarah Catherine Lane and his father, James Hoyt Smith. Those left to cherish his memory are his mother, Mel Smith; sisters, Rene Keefer, Rhonda Adcock, and Dana Cardwell; his brother, Ben Smith and many nieces and nephews. Jerry was born September 10, 1961 in Mobile, Alabama, and was a graduate of Auburn University. Our sincerest thanks goes out to all of you for your prayers, meals, involvement and support during Jerry's illness. Visitation was held on Thursday, February 3, at the Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home, 1500 Frederick Rd, Opelika. The funeral will be today, February 4, at 11 a.m. at Auburn United Methodist Church, 137 S. Gay in Auburn with Pastors Charles Cummings and Tim Dilbeck officiating. Graveside will be at 3 p.m. at Flint Hill United Methodist Cemetery in Alexander City. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking donations be given to Auburn United Methodist Church's Mercy Ministry; Janice Saidla, MERCY Coordinator 826-8800. Jeffcoat-Trant Funeral Home is directing. www.jeffcoatrant.com

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Published by The Anniston Star from Feb. 3 to Feb. 4, 2011.

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Christina Olivas Schneck

February 4, 2011

Mrs. Smith and Family, my family has alot of memories of Jerry and your family, I couldn't help to think about all the fun times we had in Terrace Homes playing as kids, we will be praying for you and your family and we know he will be truly missed. God Bless and with much love,
Christina (Tina) Olivas Schneck

Jane Ridenhour Jajko

February 4, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with Jerry's family. I have many fond memories from Bynum Baptist Church of such a sweet young man with a beautiful smile. He will be remembered and missed by many.

Fran Vera

February 3, 2011

To the family of my friend jerry smith our thoughts and prayers are with you jerry once told me that in his toughest times he was so thankful for his faith in the lord to see him through i too will use this faith and pray that you will also may god bless you and yours me and mine will pray for you always Francis,Claire,Zach Vera

Steve Kesterson

February 3, 2011

Life brings many of special people into our lives over the years but I have to say Jerry was a VERY SPECIAL person. He was a very positive up beat individual that you always saw with a smile on his face even during tuff times. I'll hold dear to my heart the time that I had to work with Jerry. He was a man that walked the walk as well as talked the talk. He was always proud to talk about GOD being in his life and just beamed with joy when talking about his family. MAY GOD BLESS YOU AND GIVE YOU PEACE MY FRIEND. I'll close knowing that the "WAR EAGLE" is soaring with even more pride today. GO WAR EAGLES!!!!! WE MISS YOU!!!

Donna Hughes

February 3, 2011

Jerry, you were our golden cousin; full of vitality, charm and sunny nature.We loved you and will miss you.We thank God for every memory He gives us of you. Tell Mama hello for us and one day the circle will be unbroken, and we will all be together.

February 3, 2011

Mel and families,

Please know that our hearts are with you today. So many good memories of Jerry through the years. We truly do know how you feel. May God wrap his arms around all of you and keep you close.

Love,
Jo and Wayne Burns; Keshley Phillips; Mishia and Todd Edwards.

Dennis & Patty McDonald

February 3, 2011

Patty and I, express our heart felt sympathy to Jerry's family. Donna and Mike you are in our prayers also.

Rhonda Burgess Kline

February 3, 2011

I am very saddened by the news of Jerry's passing. Reminds us that life is precious and that every day is a gift. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. May God bless you and give you peace and comfort during this sad time.

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