James Greely Smotherman Obituary
The memory of James Greely Smotherman of Shelbyville, Tennessee, who passed away on December 4, 2025 at the age of 87, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jesse B. Smotherman and Lula Iris Sanders Smotherman; his daughter Vicky Lynn Rivait; his siblings, Grady B. Smotherman, Russell Earl Smotherman, Joseph Curtis Smotherman, Alta Ruth, Alice Josephine, Ralph and Randolf Smotherman; and his grandson Jay Dalton.
He is survived by: his children, Kimberly Elaine Smotherman, Melissa Diane Gongola and James Timothy Smotherman (Brenda); and his siblings, Betty Linda (Howard) and Carey Wayne (Debbie). He is also survived by nine grandchildren; and ten great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at the Doak-Howell Funeral Home (739 N Main St, Shelbyville, TN 37160). A funeral service was held on Monday, December 8th 2025 at 1:00 PM at the same location.
