We are sad to announce that on September 1, 2023, at the age of 81, James H Smith (Watervliet, Michigan), born in Barbourville, Kentucky passed away. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Oscar Smith and Rebecca Smith; and his sisters, Corine, Sherrill and Carlyon Fay.

He is survived by : his children, Marcus Smith, James Smith (Rhonda), Marvin Smith (Lisa), Oscar Smith (Brandy), Amanda Whiting (David), Kathrine Caporossi (Tony) and Jordan Smith; and his siblings, Rondal, Harold (Debbie), Jody (Kristine), Michael (Shannon), Terry (Billie), Anna Mae (Sonny), Cledia (Roger) and Sally Janett. He is also survived by 24 grandchildren; 27 great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Hutchins Funeral Home