John Milton Smith, 79, of Nazareth, passed away on Friday, January 25, 2019 at St. Luke's Hospital, Anderson Campus.

Born in Easton, PA, he was a son of the late John Reuben Smith and Gladys Arvilla (Everitt) Kline, and stepson to the late Harrison Robert Kline Sr.

John is survived by his spouse of 17 years, Connie (Hockman) Smith; sons, Gregory M. Smith and companion Tammy Shultz of Easton, Jeffrey T. Smith and wife Stephanie of Bethlehem; brothers, Harrison Kline Jr. and wife Marge, Bruce Smith and wife Debbie; sister-in-law, June Smith.  He is preceded in death by a brother, Robert Smith.

John was a warehouse manager at Majestic Athletics in Bangor, PA for over 20 years until his retirement, and also supervised at Service Master for the last 30 years. Perhaps his greatest talent, though, was the coaching he did for his boys in the Palmer Township baseball leagues in the 1970s. He loved his animals, was an avid Dallas Cowboys fan, but most importantly will be remembered as a beloved confidant by all in his family.

A calling hour will be held on Sunday, February 10, 2019 from 10:00am to 12:00pm in Morello Funeral Home, Inc., 3720 Nicholas Street, Easton, PA (Palmer Twp).

Contributions in John's memory may be made to the Center for Animal Health and Welfare, 1165 Island Park Road, Easton, PA 18042. Online condolences may be offered at www.morellofuneralhome.com .