Kenneth Smith, Jr

Kenneth Wayne Smith, Jr., a business owner and lifelong resident of Columbus, Ohio died unexpectedly on November 9, 2020 at the age of 42.

Kenneth was born to Sherry Malone-Hogue and Kenneth Smith, Sr on July 20, 1978. He is a graduate of Beechcroft High School. Kenneth was baptized in the name of Jesus while attending Shiloh Baptist Church. In Kenneth’s lifetime, he was the owner of multiple businesses including, F&F Fish Market, Phone Outfit, Ultimate Vape, and Story Lounge.

Kenneth is preceded in death by grandmothers, Hollie Jean Malone and Margaret Smith; grandfathers, Lonnie Malone Jr. and Thomas Smith; half-brother, Nick; and three aunts.

Kenneth leaves to cherish his memory, mother, Sherry Malone-Hogue; father, Kenneth Smith Sr.; daughters, Lekyha, Kayla, Kania, and Kenya; sons, Davon, Kenten, and Jen’sire; sister, Halle; half-sister, Angel; half-brothers, Kendle, Robert, Seth, and Alford (Shanta) Robinson; grandsons, Malakhi, Raymond, and Raymar; former wife, Tonya; and a host of nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Kenneth will be forever missed by all those who had the privilege of knowing and loving him.

Public Visitation 10-11:00am Private Visitation 11:00am and Private Funeral 12:00pm Wednesday, November 18, 2020 at MARLAN J. GARY FUNERAL HOME, THE CHAPEL OF PEACE NORTH, 2500 Cleveland Ave.

Interment at Green Lawn Cemetery.