Son of Paul and May (Grieve) Smith. Jerry was a graduate of Franklin High School.  He entered the Korean War as a medic and received a bronze star with "V" for heroic achievement.  Upon his return home, he worked in the sheet metal trade. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, gardening and going to his cabin. He will be laid to rest at Tahoma National Cemetery. Contributions may be made to the Gary Sinise Foundation for Wounded Warriors.