John Cedric Smith III

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Sprowl Funeral and Cremation Care is compassionately serving the family of John Cedric Smith III, who passed away on April 28, 2025. Please pray for the family & friends of Mr. John C. Smith III.

John Cedric Smith III was born March 12, 1971, to the late Deacon John C. Smith Jr. and Missionary Sandra Pearl Smith. He was the fourth child of six and the family's foundation was rooted in The Church of God in Christ. Through this strong upbringing, he knew and had a personal relationship with God. 

Affectionately known as Cedric, he attended Warren Township schools, where he displayed diligence and perseverance as a student athlete in football and received his high school diploma in 1989. One of the happiest moments of Cedric's life occurred after he enlisted in the United States Army Reserves. (1990) He was tremendously honored and overjoyed that he was able to avail himself as a serviceman for the defense of the nation.  He wore his uniform with an apparent pride and distinction which reflected well upon himself and the US Army Reserves.

For many years, Cedric showcased his love of music performing in various venues around the city as the lead singer of "The Upsetters."  You were sure to hear his playlist when he was around.  Always lively and full of humor, he kept us all entertained.  He also enjoyed being a great debater and would astound you with his depth of knowledge.

Cedric married Nicole Webster, on July 28, 1998.  To the union, two sons and a daughter were added to the Smith legacy.  Upon his sons receiving several accolades academically, being involved in sports and the arts, Cedric was a proud and passionate father.  He was here to celebrate his namesake receive a master's degree and also beamed as he helped move Jake into the University of Southern Indiana.  His children made his heart full and he loved sharing their success stories.

John Cedric Smith III departed this life on Monday, April 28, 2025, 3:30 pm, at the age of 54 years. We will forever cherish the dear memories of this father, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin and friend.  He truly was not one to forget! He made us love him! Cedric was preceded in death by his mother, Sandra Pearl Smith; father, John C. Smith Jr.; daughter, Morgan Kennedy Pearl Smith and sister, Arlendia (Treasy) Hill.  He leaves to cherish his memory, his sons, John Cedric Smith IV (Florida), Jacob Christian Smith and Joshua Smith; his only brother, Donnell Smith (Betty) of Maryland; sisters, Beverly Lewis, Takia Harrow and Uneedra Smith, all of Indiana; four nieces, Nikenya Brooks (Reggie), Destiny Harrow, Ariel and Naiya Kendrick; eight nephews, Devin Lewis, Matthew Wright, Kody Lewis, Miko Wright, Marcellus Harrow, John Kendrick, Peter Jordan Jr. and Raheim Smith; nine great nieces and nephews, two great, great nephews and a host of aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.

*The family of John Cedric Smith III would like to express our most sincere gratitude to each of you who took the time to console us in this our time of sorrow.  May God Bless You, Kindly.

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