Obituaries

Jack Smock

Jack Smock, born November 24, 1939, passed away in his Farmington home, June 29th, 2018. He was laid to rest near his childhood home in Etna, Missouri. He is survived by his bride Jeanne Vanous Smock; son, Dan (Jennifer), grandchildren Justin and Cheyenne; daughter, Debbi (Roger) Benish, granddaughter, Makenzie; two sisters, four brothers, and extended family. He joined the United States Navy in 1956 and served on the USS McGinty as a shipfitter, until 1962. He lived in Omaha, Nebraska unit retirement in 2006 when he moved to Arkansas, where good riding days were plentiful and his grandchildren were close. Jack loved engines and the open road. His two passions combined, and for 50 years, he rode his Harley Davidson all over North America, visiting friends, family, rally's and races, earning a few Iron Butt Awards along the way. When not riding, he worked in his shop where radio was tuned to country. He would sing along, tapping the toe of his cowboy boot as he worked. Jack could fix anything including his boots with a little duct tape and JB weld. Jack's legacy for love of family his quick wit and what he called a "wealth of useless information", will forever be remembered fondly. Please join us for a potluck and social time remembering his life and loves 6 p.m., Sunday, July 15th at 16325 W Hwy. 62; Prairie Grove, Arkansas.

Published July 10, 2018

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