Isaiah Smith

Isaiah Smith obituary, Fort Wayne, IN

Isaiah Smith

Isaiah Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Nelson Memorial Gardens, Inc. - Fort Wayne on May 25, 2025.

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Isaiah Smith was born on December 23, 1991 to Tabatha Blackman and Milton Smith. Isaiah confessed Christ and joined First National Baptist Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana under the leadership of the late Pastor Howard Starks, where he found strength and community in his faith.
Isaiah married Jomeisha Starks in 2023 in Fort Wayne, Indiana celebrating their love and commitment in a heartfelt ceremony. He was a devoted husband and father, cherishing every moment spent with his family and always striving to create a loving environment for his children.
Isaiah attended Ravenscroft Beauty College in Fort Wayne, where he developed his passion for beauty and artistry. He became the proud owner of KUTZ BY 3EEZY LLC, where his creativity and talent thrived. Additionally, he was the co-owner of Skinny Tea LLC, sharing his entrepreneurial spirit and dedication to health and wellness.
A talented rap artist, Isaiah used his music to express his thoughts, experiences, and love for life. He had a unique ability to connect with others through his art, leaving a lasting impact on those who listened to his work.
Isaiah was preceded in death by his daughter, Zarhiah Smith, and grandfather-in-law, Pastor Howard Starks.
Isaiah leaves to mourn and cherish his memory, his wife, JoMeisha Smith of Fort Wayne Indiana. Four Daughters, Har'Moni Weakley, Messiah Smith, Brooklyn Smith, Xyliana Smith. Two sons, Tison Weakley, Isaiah Smith, Jr. His beloved mother, Tabatha Blackman, his father, Milton Smith, four brothers, Keandre Blackman, Jahvon Blackman, Hamilton Trotty, and Desean Pettit, two sisters, Tatiana Yates, and Takia Smith. His mother-in-law, Katina Washington, his father-in-law, David Washington, 3 brothers-in-law, Ketron (Mykael) Paschall, Jajuan (Shierra) Allen, and Zion Allen. Two sisters-in-laws, Destany Jackson and Shaniyah Starks, and his beloved grandmother-in-law, Rosie Starks, whom he loved and adored deeply, and a special friend, Cortney Blevins, as well as a host of aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, siblings, and friends.
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