Brian L. Smith

Brian L. Smith, 89, of Lebanon, Indiana, passed away on Wednesday, June 7, 2017. He was born December 18, 1927 a son of the late Brian W. and Marie (Reed) Smith. He was a 1945 Graduate of Perry Central High School. Following high school, he joined the United States Army and served his country with honor during the Korean War. Brian graduated from Franklin College earning his Bachelor Degree 1950. He then received his Master’s from Butler in 1955. Brian married Lois (Brookie) Smith on January 28, 1950 at the First Baptist Church in Lebanon; she survives. They were happily married for over 67 years. He lived in Lebanon until 1950 when he moved to Sheridan to teach. Brian spent 17 years working for the Hamilton, Hancock and Johnson County School Systems. He also spent several years working as a Principal for Fishers High School, Hancock Central High School and an Assistant Principal for Greenwood High School. In 1976 he moved his family back to Boone County on the land where his great great grandfather had settled. As a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather he enjoyed spending time with his family. His first priority was to be a good husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather. Memberships: First Baptist Church – Lebanon, Indiana Board of Missions Diaconate of Board of Missions Board of Education Boone County Retired Teachers Survivors: Wife: Lois Smith – Lebanon, Indiana Children: Karen Hood and husband, Bob – Southern Pines, North Carolina John Smith and wife, Sally – Indianapolis, Indiana Marianne Schenck – Centerville, Ohio Grandchildren: Alison Leigh O’Conner and husband, Patrick Kaitlyn Marie Smith and husband, Travis Christopher John Smith Taylor Schenck Great Grandchildren: Lily O’Conner Grady O’Conner Jaxon Smith Brother-in-law: Kenny Limp – Lebanon, Indiana Nephew: Aaron Everett – Lebanon, Indiana Deceased: In addition to his parents, Brian was preceded in death by a daughter, Marsha Lynn Smith; and sisters, Phyllis Everett and Rosalie Limp. Private Graveside Service was held on Friday, June 9, 2017 at Browns Wonder Cemetery in Lebanon. Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m., on Saturday, June 17, 2017 at the First Baptist Church, 207 East Washington Street, in Lebanon. Myers Mortuary has been entrusted with his arrangements. Memorials: May be made in his honor to the First Baptist Church, 207 East Washington Street, Lebanon, Indiana 46052.

Brian L. Smith

December 18, 1927 - June 7, 2017