Jack L. Smith, 87, of Lewistown, passed away at 3:50 AM Sunday November 13, 2016 at his home.

He was born November 2, 1929 at Beardstown, the son of John Thomas and Nellie Christine (Scherrer) Smith. He married Margaret M. McCarty on February 21, 1953 at Lewistown. She preceded him in death on November 3, 2000. He was also preceded in death by his parents, and one brother, Chuck Smith. Survivors include one son, Mike Smith of Lewistown, three daughters, Vickie Aldridge of Lewistown, Rita (Tony) Hagen of Lewistown, and Annette (Thomas) Schisler of Troy, MO; a special friend, Donna Mustread of Smithfield, ten grandchildren, six great grandchildren, and two sisters, Patsy Jo Smith of Lewistown, and Margaret “Peg” Spencer of Summum.

Jack was a heavy equipment operator and also farmed. He served in the Army from 1951-1953 and was a member of the American Legion. He was also a member of the Operating Engineers Local 649.

Services will be held at 10:30 AM Wednesday at Henry-Lange Memorial Home in Lewistown, where visitation will be held Tuesday from 5-7 PM . Burial will be in Oak Hill Cemetery with military rites accorded by Lewistown VFW Post 5001 and American Legion Bishop Post 1. Memorial contributions may be made to the Lewistown Rescue Squad.

Jackie Smith