Clifford E. Smith Jr.

Clifford E. Smith Jr., 63, of Watseka, passed away Friday, November 21, 2025. He was born August 30, 1962, to Clifford E. and Louise Smith Sr. On September 14, 1983, he married Monika Richter in Germany. He served in the United States Army and was a machine operator. Clifford is survived by his wife, Monika; son, Alexander Haegele; sisters, Maxine (Bob) Shores and Sue (Larry) Timm; sisters-in-law, Sylvia Vasquez, Diana Smith, and Sheila Smith;9 grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren; as well as several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Felisha Smith; parents; brothers, Frank Smith Sr. and Jim Smith. A memorial service will be held on Thursday, December 4, 2025, at Open Bible Center, 410 S. Small Street, Kankakee at 10am with Pastor Andrew Hansen officiating.