Jonathan L. Smith, age 67, of rural Bryant passed away on Monday January 13, 2025 at his residence.  He was born in Portland on November 3, 1957 the son of Coba and June (Lanning) Smith.  He was retired from the Telephone Company after over forty years.  He was a 1976 Jay County High School graduate and was on the track team.  He was a member of Sons of the American Legion, was an avid trap shooter and enjoyed hunting and fishing.

Surviving is one son Ian Smith of Bryant, daughter Jennifer Slunaker (husband Jeff) of McCordsville, his mother June Smith of Bryant, sister Bonita Jacobson of Tennessee and three grandchildren Rysin Smith, Kallisto Slunaker and Gehrig Slunaker.

Memorial visitation will be Tuesday February 4th from 4:00 - 6:00 PM in the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home.  Memorials can be made to the choice of the donor.

Online condolences at www.bairdfreeman.com