František Smetánka

1842–1903 (age 61)

Biography

František Smetánka served his parishioners in Sněžné with devout care, guiding the faithful through spiritual rites during a period of great change across the region. His sermons balanced compassion with conviction, making him a steady presence for families and individuals alike.

When he was laid to rest in the Protestant cemetery in Sněžné, he left behind memories of a pastor who prioritized service over acclaim, nurturing a congregation that would remember his kindness for generations.