Mr. James William Smith, age 90, passed away Tuesday, November 15, 2022, in Mena, Arkansas. Mr. Smith was born February 14, 1932, in Texarkana, Arkansas, to the late Theodore Sanders Smith and Elizabeth (Howell) Smith.
Mr. Smith was a railroad worker by profession, and proudly served his country in the National Guard. He enjoyed men’s breakfast on Tuesdays, airplanes, old cars, and singing in the choir. Additionally, he liked watching sports on T.V., and outdoor activities, especially shooting.
Mr. Smith is preceded in death by his parents, Theodore Sander Smith and Elizabeth (Howell) Smith; as well as by his brother, Fritz Smith J.R., and his wife, Frances Allen Smith. He is survived by his sons, Russell Smith, Jefferson Allen Smith, and Randy Smith; grandchild, Bretton Smith; brother, John Smith; nieces, Gayla Amerman, Ginger Bell, and Laurie Curtin; as well as numerous friends and other family.
There will be a family hosted memorial service to be announced later. Mr. Smith was sent for cremation under the direction of Beasley-Wood Funeral Home.
Online obituary at www.beasleywoodfuneralhome.com
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