Gerald "Jay" Allen Smith JR

Gerald “Jay” Allen Smith Jr., 52 of Zanesville Ohio, passed away on April 13, 2026. Jay was born on March 5, 1974, to Gerald Sr. and Darlene Smith.

Jay leaves to cherish his memory, his mother Darlene; father, Gerald Sr.; wife, Shannon; two children, Gavin (Sable) and Garrett; significant other, Amy; two stepchildren, Trevor and Shane;  granddaughter, Annalynn; brother, Shane; half-brothers, Kevin and Jody.

Jay was a loving father to his two boys, Gavin and Garrett. He was a hardworking man who cared deeply for his family and friends. Jay was always quick with a joke. He enjoyed singing and playing the guitar. His biggest hobby in life was cars; he enjoyed everything about them. Jay was a person that always stopped to help someone in need no matter if it was a friend or stranger. He will be deeply missed by all that knew him. 

You may call on the family on May 9, 2026, from 10am until 11am with a memorial service at 11am at Burrell Funeral Services in Zanesville. BURRELL FUNERAL SERVICES is serving the family. 

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