Smith, Jerry Steven, age 68, of Knoxville, TN met his Heavenly Father on Saturday, April 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jerry William and Mable June Smith. Jerry is survived by his wife, Karen Diane Smith; sons, David Smith (Rebecca); Matthew Smith (Heather); daughter, Elizabeth Bryant (Christopher); grandchildren, Caitlyn, Dylan, Lillian, Elijah, William and Daniel. A graveside service will be held on Saturday, April 17 at 3:00 p.m. at Sherwood Chapel & Memorial Gardens, 3176 Airport Highway, Alcoa, TN 37701, officiated by Patrick Sutherland. A celebration of life service will be held Saturday, April 17 from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Fort Hill Baptist Church, 2335 Sevier Avenue, Knoxville, TN 37920, officiated by Patrick Sutherland. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Gideon's International or Samaritan’s Purse Ministries.