James Henderson Smith Sr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James Henderson Smith Sr. of Owensboro, Kentucky, whose life came to an end on November 6, 2025 at the age of 82, leaving behind cherished memories. Family and friends can send flowers and/or light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Henderson Smith Sr. to show support.
As James Henderson departs from this earthly realm, his essence lingers — a whisper on the wind, a ripple on the water — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of life and death. Though James Henderson may no longer walk beside us, his spirit lives on in the memories and the legacy James Henderson leaves behind.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jessie Smith and Mary Carr Smith. He is survived by: his sons, James Smith Jr. (Nancy), Eric Smith (Mary Ann) and Edwin "Deon" Smith; his grandchildren, Eric Smith Jr. (Ashton), Amanda Burns (Forrest), Trey Smith (Chelsea) and Brittany Ashton (Thomas); and his brother Terry Smith. He is also survived by 11 great-grandchildren, several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Monday, November 10th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the James H. Davis Funeral Home and Crematory (3009 Frederica St, Owensboro, KY 42301). A funeral service will be held on Monday, November 10th 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
