https://www.cbr.com/smallville-jonathan-kent-ryan-james-saddest-death/

Jonathan Kent's death in Smallville was a horrible tragedy, but the loss of Clark Kent's father was preceded by an even sadder demise.

10 Most Heartbreaking Deaths In Smallville, Ranked (https://screenrant.com/smallville-most-heartbreaking-deaths/)

Tom Welling's journey to becoming Superman was a difficult one, and many characters had heartbreaking deaths along the way in Smallville.