Gerald H. Smith, 68, US Marine Corps. Veteran

Mr. Smith was born in Detroit, MI on Jan. 21, 1941, the son of the late Frank and Thelma B (nee Baucum) Smith.

He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps. He was a retired security guard with Burns International Security Services assigned to the Ford Motor Plant. He was also a volunteer at Goodwill Industries and the Lorain Public Library.

He enjoyed helping others and feeding the squirrels.

He is survived by daughters Shannon M Hite, Sherri A Phillips both of Vermilion, Cindy L Jagel of Youngstown, a son Paul F Smith of Huron, 7 grandchildren, 4 nephews, 2 nieces, brother-in-law Donald D. Olson of Terrace Park and a sister-in-law Beverly Smith of Lake Placid, FL.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a brother Donald Smith and a sister Pauline Olson.

Friends may call Thursday, June 4, 2009 from 6 - 8 p.m. at Schwartz, Spence, Boyer & Cool Home For Funerals, 1124 W. 5th Street, Lorain followed by a Celebration of Life at 8 p.m.

Burial will be in the Ohio Western Reserve National Cemetery, Rittman at a later date.

The family suggest that memorial contributions may be made to the American Lung Association, Northwest Region, 226 State Route 61 East, Norwalk, OH 44857-9705.

Online condolences at www.boyer-cool.com.