Roger E. Smith

February 27, 1934 - June 22, 2020

Roger E. Smith, 86, of Pleasant Plains, IL passed away on Monday, June 22, 2020 at 10:10 PM at Sunny Acres Nursing Home in Petersburg, IL. He was born on February 27, 1934 in Pleasant Plains to Laudie and Gertrude (Miller) Smith. He married Donna Sperry who survives. Roger is survived by one son, Clay (Tami) Smith of New Berlin, IL; three grandchildren, Aaron (Laura) Smith of Franklin, IL, Eric Smith, and Kate (Matt) Crocker both of New Berlin, IL; three great grandchildren; two sisters, Linda Smith of Riverton, IL, Juanita Timm of Pleasant Plains, IL; and one brother, Tom (Patricia) Smith of Springfield, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Laudie Smith Jr. and John Smith. Roger attended Salisbury Christian Church and had served in the Army. He worked as the Road Commissioner in Gardner Township for many years. A private family graveside service was held for Roger on Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 10:00 AM at Farmington Cemetery in Farmingdale. Jeff Knowles will officiate. Memorials may be made to the Salisbury Christian Church. Online condolences may be left for the family at www.hurleyfh.com. Hurley Funeral Home in Petersburg, IL is assisting the family with arrangements.