Jack Smit

June 30, 1960 ~
November 2, 2024

Jack Richard Smit, age 64, of Wyoming passed into the arms of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Jacob Smit. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Jackie Pittman; Myessa Smit; grandchildren, Ethan, Jared, Manuel, Violetta, Bradley; great granddaughter, Arya; mother, Mary Smit; sisters, Marian (Nick) Chertos, Linda Smit, Sandra (Paul) VanderLaan, Joyce (Larry) Zimmer; and many nieces and nephews, extended family and friends. Jack was a sweet, loving, friendly and kind-hearted man. He was also fun-loving, energetic, caring, and had a great sense of humor. He was extremely skilled and talented in carpentry and woodwork and he loved to help his family and friends with his skills. He talked with everyone he met and would do anything to help others. Jack shared, “my daughters are the light that showed God is so good”. He will be greatly missed. A time to celebrate Jack’s life will be Thursday, November 7, 2024 from 5-7 pm at MKD Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 1601 Post Drive NE, Belmont. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Mel Trotter Ministries.

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November 09, 2024

It's a sad era losing a dude like Jack from this world but, thank the Lord; we that believe will see him again in his best form, that which is the very spirit we all knew and happily befriended. Where there was a dollar to be needed, the Lord God always provided for good ol' Jack. He had an UNBELIEVABLE knack for finding money...be that in an old suit coat at the Goodwill outlet, a random lotto ticket someone threw away or through a myriad of other random blessings. I had the best of times working alongside him at the flea market, watching this happy go lucky kind soul getting swamped as the cool "dollar guy" everyone loved to buy random items from...not just because they were getting rock bottom prices but also because the crowd genuinely enjoyed checking in with Jack to hear a new wild tale or a story from the days of old that only HE could tell in a way that entertained, made you think or just plain required repeating somewhere down the line. Well, before I write a book here; I'll wrap it all up with a simple; YOU WILL BE MISSED...and we shall meet again. Rest in peace!

- TD

November 04, 2024

Jack you were my one and only brother and I am so glad for the times we spent together. I thank God that you were saved 4 years ago and are enjoying heaven with Dad and other family members. You were always willing to help with home projects, especially flooring. You always had a smile and loved your daughters dearly. Rest in peace and I will see you again in glory.

- Marian Chertos

November 04, 2024

🗣️ JACKIE BOOOOOOOYYYY. What can I say man. We had our up's and downs but there’s never been a day when you didn't have me laughing. Rather it was you doing something dumb, you're dance moves, rapping a song, or one of your crazy story(like the one about the stick🤣). I'm a miss you man. RIP 👼🪽🕊️

- Tevin Howell

November 04, 2024

Very sorry to hear Jack passed away. He will be missed at Haviland. Praying for peace and comfort for family and friends during this time.

- Brittany

November 04, 2024

Jack was such a positive person, always enjoyed the times I got to chat with him at work. I'm so very sorry for your loss, keeping Jack's family and friends in my thoughts and prayers.

- Alisha Little

November 04, 2024

Linda Ed and I are sorry to hear of you and your family’s loss. Deepest Prayers

- Sheryl & Ed Kaschner