Obituary

Benjamin J. Smith Jr., 81, of Elyria passed away Monday February 21, 2022 at his home following a brief illness. He was born July 1, 1940 in Elyria and was a lifelong Elyria resident. Ben worked at the Ford Motor Company in Lorain for many years, retiring as a supervisor. He also enjoyed bowling. Survivors include his daughters, Deborah Smith and Deanna Smith; sons, Benny (Terri) Smith and Billy Smith; 4 grandchildren; 3 great-grandchildren; sisters, Virginia Walker and Carolyn McMoy; brother, John Smith. He was preceded in death by 3 brothers. The family will receive friends on Friday February 25, 2022 from 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at the Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home and Cremation Services 38475 Chestnut Ridge Rd. (at State Rt. 57), Elyria. Private graveside services will be at Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria. Online condolences may be expressed at www.laubenthalmercado.com

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Visitation

Friday, February 25, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home

38475 Chestnut Ridge, Elyria, OH 44035

Private Graveside services at Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria.

o send flowers or plant a tree in memory of Benjamin Joseph Smith Jr., visit the Tribute Store.

Visitation

Friday, February 25, 2022

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home

38475 Chestnut Ridge, Elyria, OH 44035

Private Graveside services at Brookdale Cemetery, Elyria.

Laubenthal-Mercado Funeral Home