Orville (Jerry) Smith's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2024 in Junction City, Kansas

Orville (Jerry) Smith

June 20, 1935 - March 20, 2024 (88 years old)

Junction City, Kansas

Orville (Jerry) Smith's obituary , Passed away on March 20, 2024 in Junction City, Kansas

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Orville (Jerry) Smith

June 20, 1935 - March 20, 2024 (88 years old)

Junction City, Kansas

Orville Smith Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Orville Smith of Junction City, Kansas, who passed away on March 20, 2024 at the age of 88. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Orville Smith and Ruth Smith (Miller); his children, Robert J. Smith and Cindy Melcher; and his brother John "Jack" B. Smith.

He is survived by: his wife Marlene Ruth Rahe; his daughter Pat Mock (Armin) of Wichita, Kansas; his grandchildren, Heather Mock of Wichita, Beth Huff (Marc) of Lincoln, Nebraska and Jeremy Mock (Mallory) of Derby, Kansas; and his son-in-law Ernest Melcher of Thorndale, Texas. He is also survived by five great-grandsons; and many friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Immanuel Lutheran Church, Geary County 4-H, or Phoenix Home Care & Hospice of Wichita.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Johnson Cremations, Funerals & Receptions



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March 24, 2024

Anthony Mottas wrote a sympathy message

“To the entire Smith Family, Wendy and I enjoyed our Friday night Bluejay football games!! Mrs. Marlene, our sincere condolscences on the loss of your love of your life!! May God help you deal with the pain and sorrow in these days and remind You that your loved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Son of God will live in Eternity and watch over all of You until You meet again with our God & Savior!! Sincerely Tony & Wendy Mottas”


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Mar 27

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Immanuel Lutheran Church
630 S Eisenhower Dr, Junction City, KS 66441

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Mar 27

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Immanuel Lutheran Church
630 S Eisenhower Dr, Junction City, KS 66441

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