THE STAFF OF THE SHERIFFS’ RELIEF ASSOCIATION IS SADDENED TO ANNOUNCE THE PASSING OF RETIRED SERGEANT JOHN H. SMITH.  HE PASSED AWAY ON JANUARY 3, 2021.

JOHN JOINED THE SHERIFF’S DEPARTMENT ON JANUARY 15, 1959 AND RETIRED FROM BISCALUIZ CENTER ON MARCH 31, 1986.

HE WAS A VETERAN HAVING SERVED IN THE UNITED STATES NAVY.

SERVICES WILL BE PRIVATE.

Condolences may be sent to his nephew Art Valerino via USPS to 1441 Pine Tree Court, La Habra, CA 90631.