Edward Allen Smith

Edward Allen Smith, age 38, of rural Rensselaer, passed away unexpectedly at his home Wednesday, March 26, 2008. He was born February 18, 1970 in Joplin, Missouri the son of Richard Michael Smith, Sr. and Janice Kay (Allen) Smith. He was a 1988 graduate of Webb City High School in Webb City, Missouri. Before moving to rural Jasper County 2 years ago, he had resided in Anderson, IN. He had worked as a salesman for an automotive car parts company. Survivers include his parents, one daughter, Kerysten Smith of Anderson, IN, and a brother, Richard Michael (wife, Audie) Smith, Jr. of Brighton, IL. Cremation was chosen by his family and interment will follow at a later date.