John “Pappy” Cermak age 89 of Maryville passed away on Monday, February 4, 2019. John was a member of the Maryville Seventh Day Adventist Church. He was a loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. John was a collector of Hot Wheels and an avid Pittsburg Steeler’s fan. Preceded in death by wife, Audrey; brothers, Mike, Paul, and Fred; sister, Mary. Survived by sons and daughter-in-law, Robert and Ann Cermak, John Cermak Jr; grandchildren, Stephen, Michael and wife Lauren, and Patrick; great-granddaughter, Scarlett; several nieces and nephews. Special thanks to the entire Shannondale staff, especially the 2nd floor assisted living staff for their loving care over the many years. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: Maryville Seventh Day Adventist Church Building Fund, 2921 Sevierville Road, Maryville, TN 37804. Family and friends will assemble at 3:00 PM on Saturday, February 9, 2019 at Grandview Mausoleum with Rev. Ed Santana officiating. Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 865-983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com.
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