John Smith (1781-1854)
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John Smith (July 16, 1781–May 23, 1854), known as "Uncle John", was an early leader of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
He was the younger brother of Joseph Smith, Sr., uncle of Joseph Smith, Jr. and Hyrum Smith, father of George A. Smith, grandfather of John Henry Smith, and great-grandfather of George Albert Smith.
He served as an assistant counselor to the First Presidency (September 3, 1837-June 27, 1844), and as Patriarch to the Church (January 1, 1849 – May 23, 1854). He was succeeded by his great nephew, who was also named John Smith.
 Monument to four generations of a branch of the Smith family, prominent in LDS history |
 Back of monument |
 Headstone of John Smith |
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