Jeralyn S. Smith

Jeralyn S. Smith, age 86, of Angola, IN passed away on Thursday, March 26, 2026, at Parkview Regional Medical Center in Fort Wayne, IN.

Ms. Smith was born on September 27, 1939, in Greensburg, IN to the late Milton and Carrie (Boggs) Swegman. In 1958, she graduated from New Point High School in New Point, IN.

For many years, Jeralyn was a devoted homemaker and mother. Later, she joined the workforce and worked for Robinair. Jeralyn was an avid Bingo player, loved cooking family meals on Sundays, and cherished all the time she spent with her family and loved ones.

Survivors include her daughters, Carrie Smith and Glenna Williams, both of Angola, IN; grandchildren, Hiedi (Billy) French of Angola, IN, Renee (Joe) Gruza of Coldwater, MI, Kristine Smith of Angola, IN, Josiah (Amanda) Smith of Angola, IN, Heather (Adam) Watts of Angola, IN, Amy (Matt) Foster of Fort Wayne, IN, Ashley (James) LaGrange of Alaska, Christopher (Amanda) Smith of Alaska, and Lori Smith of Alaska; 35 great-grandchildren; a brother, Danny Swegman of Greensburg, IN; and numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Jeralyn was preceded in death by her parents; a son, Paul Smith; a sister, Millis Lewis; and an infant sister, Cleona Swegman.

There are no services scheduled at this time and cremation will take place.

Arrangements and care are entrusted to Hess Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Fort Wayne, IN.