Mr. John Joseph Smith
February 25, 1934 - February 8, 2017
John J. Smith age 83 years of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Paulsboro, died Thursday February 8, 2018 in St. Petersburg General Hospital in Florida. Mr. Smith was born and raised in Paulsboro and was a Paulsboro High School Graduate. He served in the United States Merchant Marines and retired from the Philadelphia Naval Ship Yard. Mr. Smith enjoyed fishing. He is survived by his wife of 62 years, Louise Smith (nee Maurer) of Philadelphia; his children, Patricia Smith of Maryland, John H. and Nareth Smith of St. Petersburg, Florida, Michael Smith and his companion, Tum Chaloeunporn of Philadelphia, Linda Smith, Denise Firmani and Jacqueline Smith, all of Delaware County, Pennsylvania and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mr. Smith was predeceased by his daughter, Donna Queeney. A Memorial Service will be held at 1 PM Friday February 16, 2018 in the McBride – Foley Funeral Home, 228 W. Broad St., Paulsboro. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Friday after 12 Noon until service time. Inurnment Private. Memories can be shared at www.mcbridefoleyfh.com.
John J. Smith age 83 years of St. Petersburg, Florida, formerly of Paulsboro, died Thursday February 8, 2018 in St. Petersburg General Hospital in Florida. Mr. Smith was born and raised in Paulsboro and was a Paulsboro High School Graduate.... View Obituary & Service Information