Jerry D Smith

April 13, 1981 - July 31, 2019

Jerry Demarcus Smith (Marc G) 38, of Peoria passed away on Wednesday, July 31, 2019 at 11:05 p.m. at OSF hospital. He was born on April 13, 1981 in Peoria, IL. to LeRoy and Mary Smith. LeRoy preceded him in death. Marc had a passion for being an entrepreneur and was a man for the people. Marc enjoyed spending his time with his fiancé, children, and his mother. His hobbies included shooting dice, collecting firearms, and collecting shoes. Marc G always enjoyed living life even in the most trying of moments. Marc leaves to cherish his fiancé of many years Bryanna Hines, his precious children: Donta Smith (19) Keondre Shird-Smith (18), Kynia Smith (13), Amariah Smith (10), Jerry Smith Jr. (10) and Kalil Smith (9); His mother Mary Smith; One sister: Kanesha Smith of Galesburg; Three brothers: LeRoy Smith Jr., Demetrius Smith of Peoria; and Terry (Devon) Smith of Canton; Sixteen nieces and twelve nephews; and a host of other special family members and friends. In addition to his father, Marc was also preceded in death by his brother Sean Smith, both maternal grandparents and paternal grandparents. A one hour visitation only will be held at 2:00 p.m to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 10th, 2019 at T.W. Parks Colonial Chapel. A repast dinner & celebration of life to follow visitation .4:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Location 2301 N. Central Ave. Peoria Illinois , 61603 We will receive all food offerings for repast dinner @ repast adress above thanks, Donations can be made to Cefcu Bank for Marc’s children college funds. Online condolences and words of encouragement can be made to twparkschapel.com or JournalStar.com