Gerald "Jerry" Wayne Smith

Gerald “Jerry” Wayne Smith, 87, of Tenaha, Texas, passed away on February 24, 2025, in Tenaha, Texas. He was born on February 20, 1938, in Hughes Springs, Texas, to the late Homer Harvey Smith and Myrtis (Ogden) Smith.   

A graveside service will be held at 11AM on Thursday, February 27, 2025, at Restland Cemetery, Tenaha, Texas, with Bro. Bill Holmes officiating.  

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, from 5-7PM at Mangum Funeral Home.

Jerry was raised in Tenaha, Texas. Jerry proudly served in the United States Navy for four years. Jerry met the love of his life, Barbara Ann Alford, at her aunt’s house at the young age of twelve. Jerry was sure she would be his soulmate and the two high school sweethearts were married on January 23, 1960.  They spent over 63 wonderful years together raising three sons. After retirement you could find Jerry rebuilding and restoring old cars and trucks. He rebuilt three trucks, (54’, 56’, and 57’ models) one for each of his sons. He also spent time woodworking in the shop. Jerry loved spending time on the river fishing as well. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. Family was precious to him and he enjoyed every moment spent with those he loved. Jerry was a Master Mason and a part of the Tenaha Masonic Lodge. 

He is survived by his sons,
Michael Wayne Smith and wife Robyn
Ronnie Alan Smith and wife Joann
Terry Brian Smith and wife Ramona

Brothers-in-law, 
Johnny “Randall” Alford and wife Ione
John Bail Alford Jr. and wife Lori

Sisters-in-law,
Nancy Donahoe
Joyce Sloan and husband Mike

Grandchildren,
Kalen Smith and wife Jessica
Ryan Smith and wife Diane
Josh Smith and wife Val
Brittany Smith 
Jessica Smith
Stephanie McCallum and husband John
Shayne Stewart and wife Jasmine
Josh Stewart and wife Maddie

Great Grandchildren,
Makenna
Ethan
Sophie
Zachary
Zoey
Mason
Jenna
Khai
Jozie
James
Wesley
Davina
Karina
Mason
Miles
Madison

Numerous nieces and nephews.

Jerry is preceded in death by his loving wife, Barbara; parents, Homer and Myrtis Smith; Sister, Helen and brother-in-law, George Marshall; Brothers-in-law, Larry Alford and Kenny Donahoe; and sister-in-law, Brenda Daniels.