James S. Smothers Jr. Obituary
With solemn reverence, we commemorate James S. Smothers Jr. (Ballston Lake, New York), whose life came to an end on May 12, 2026 at the age of 87, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James S. Smothers, Sr. and Virginia Smothers (Horne); his daughter Cheryl Ann Dame; and his wife Mary Alice Smothers. He is survived by: his daughters, Michelle Bergman (Robert) and Amy Smothers; his grandchildren, Matthew Dame (Amanda) and Allison Dame (Joseph Parkhurst); and his great grandchildren, Grady, Carson Dame, Aurora and Charolette Parkhurst.
Visitation will be held on Sunday, May 17th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Townley & Wheeler Funeral Home (21 Midline Rd, Ballston Lake, NY 12019). A funeral service will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the same location. A burial will be held on Monday, May 18th 2026 from 12:15 PM to 1:15 PM at the St. Anthony's Cemetery (27 Glenridge Rd, Glenville, NY 12302).
Memorial donations may be made in James's name to the American Cancer Society P.O. Box 6704, Hagerstown, MD 21741 or the American Heart Association PO Box 840692 Dallas, TX 75284-0692.