James "Jim" C. Smith's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2025 in Princeton, Illinois

James "Jim" C. Smith

February 11, 1942 - June 11, 2025 (83 years old)

Princeton, Illinois

James "Jim" C. Smith's obituary , Passed away on June 11, 2025 in Princeton, Illinois

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grant-Johnson Funeral Homes, Inc.

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James "Jim" C. Smith

February 11, 1942 - June 11, 2025 (83 years old)

Princeton, Illinois

James C. Smith Obituary

We bid farewell to James C. Smith of Princeton, Illinois, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 11, 2025 at the age of 83. James touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James C. Smith to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Cecil Smith and Marie Smith (Linder). He is survived by: his wife Darlene Smith of Princeton; his children, Timothy Smith (Shanna) of Mulvane, KS, David Smith of Silvis and Rebekah Smith of Kewanee; his grandchildren, Stan, Amber, Jessica, Dakota, Cheyenne, Niquel and Brylan; his great grandchildren, Quinton, Kayden, Owen, Brooklynn, Kyree, Elena, Landen, Phoebe, Parker, Penelope, Lincoln, Lowan and Davie; and his siblings, Carol Kelly (Milo) of Elkland, MO, Becky Harmon (Rick) of Rapid City, SD and Raymond Smith (Linda) of Rosamond, CA..

Visitation will be held on Friday, June 20th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Calvary Baptist Church (100 N Walnut St, Kewanee, IL 61443). A celebration of life will be held on Friday, June 20th 2025 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location.

A memorial has been established in James' memory.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Grant-Johnson Funeral Homes, Inc.



Fri

June 20

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Calvary Baptist Church
100 N Walnut St, Kewanee, IL 61443

Fri

June 20

Celebration of life

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Calvary Baptist Church
100 N Walnut St, Kewanee, IL 61443

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