James R. Smalley's obituary , Passed away on May 26, 2025 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

James R. Smalley

September 6, 1934 - May 26, 2025 (90 years old)

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

James R. Smalley's obituary , Passed away on May 26, 2025 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota

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Miller Funeral Homes

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James R. Smalley

September 6, 1934 - May 26, 2025 (90 years old)

Sioux Falls, South Dakota

James R. Smalley Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James R. Smalley of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, who passed away on May 26, 2025, at the age of 90, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John Smalley and Mildred Smalley (Marvin); his wife Geraldine Smalley; and his sister Patricia Chamberlin. He is survived by: his children, Jeanne Whitson of Oro Valley, AZ and Jeff Smalley (Pam) of Box Elder, SD; his grandchildren, Jason Smalley (Teri) of Sioux Falls, SD, Jessica Whitson Lewis (Norm) of Mesa, AZ and Jenna Whitson of Oro Valley, AZ; and his great grandchildren, Thomas and Patrick Lewis.

Visitation was held on Sunday, June 1st 2025 from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Miller Funeral Home – Downtown Chapel (507 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104). A prayer was held on Sunday, June 1st 2025 at 3:45 PM at the same location. A burial was held on Monday, June 2nd 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Rest Cemetery (300 N Chapel Hill Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57103).

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Make A Wish Foundation or the American Cancer Society in James's honor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Miller Funeral Homes



Sun

June 01

Visitation

Miller Funeral Home – Downtown Chapel
507 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Sun

June 01

Prayer

Miller Funeral Home – Downtown Chapel
507 S Main Ave, Sioux Falls, SD 57104

Mon

June 02

Burial

Rest Cemetery
300 N Chapel Hill Rd, Sioux Falls, SD 57103

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