Johnathan Martin Smith, 41, was killed by gun violence in Roanoke, Virginia, on October 27, 2024. A graduate of William Fleming High School who played basketball and football and later attended Virginia State College, he ran two small businesses — Always Luv Frenchies LLC, a dog-breeding operation, and a lawn care company — and was active as a coach and mentor in his community.

Smith was a devoted father to four children, Jamonte’, Jervon, Ja’layah, and Jai’Loni Smith, and a grandfather to Javonte Smith. A public viewing took place on November 1, 2024, at Hamlar-Curtis Funeral Home & Crematory, with funeral services and interment at Williams Memorial Park on November 2.

Does anyone have information about Johnathan, his work in the community, or what happened on October 27?