Jim Smith Obituary

With sadness, we share the passing of Jim Smith of New Albany, Mississippi. Jim, born on November 30, 1956, passed away on June 5, 2026. 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, Taylor Smith and Joan Zilinger. He is survived by: his wife Sandra Smith; his sons, Josh Smith (Jolie) and Jacob Smith (Krystina); his grandson Joel Smith (KiLynn); his stepfather Roy Zilinger; his mother-in-law Janell Bird (Jerry); his stepmother Betty Smith; his siblings, Ed Smith (Wanda), Tay Smith (Deena), Mike Lane (late Rhonda), Shelly Ryetsche (Gene), Sherri Rhynes (Ronnie) and Sheila Biffle (David); and his sister-in-law Lori Mitchell (Jeanie). He is also survived by nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or to the Ingomar Volunteer Fire Department.