John Kent Smith

John Kent Smith, age 75, passed away peacefully at Northgate Care Center in Waukon Sunday, March 24, 2019. A memorial celebration of John’s life will be held in July.

John was born September 19, 1943 in rural Postville to Leonard B. and Frances C. Smith. He was a well-known trapper, loved to hunt and fish, was a part-time farmer and planted many walnut trees on the farm.

He is survived by his sisters: Irene Suckow of Kalona, Doris Potts of Cedar Rapids, Jackie Berndsen of Hot Springs, AR and Opal Goeke of Masonville; his brother, Sidney S. Smith of Seefner, FL; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; his sisters, Susan Smith and Evelyn Highley; and a brother, Ivan Smith.