James "Bj" Smith Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

James "Bj" Smith Jr.

January 10, 1969 - October 18, 2025 (56 years old)

Salem, Virginia

James "Bj" Smith Jr.'s obituary , Passed away on October 18, 2025 in Salem, Virginia

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Lotz Funeral Home

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James "Bj" Smith Jr.

January 10, 1969 - October 18, 2025 (56 years old)

Salem, Virginia

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We are sad to announce that, on October 18, 2025 we had to say goodbye to James Smith Jr. (Salem, Virginia). Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Smith Jr. to show support.

He was predeceased by: his father James Smith, Sr.; his stepmother Sue Smith; and his brother Charlie. He is survived by: his mother Judy Christenson; his wife Joan Smith; his children, Joey, Alicia, Amanda, Josh (Liz), Kameron, Courtney (Matt), Brooke (Tyler) and Chelsea; his grandchildren, Zander, Marley and Grayson; his brother Robbie (Kari); his nieces and nephews, Haelan, McKinley and Trever; his sister Kaye; his niece Shana; his nephew Tyler; and his pets, Noodle, Auggie and Potter. He is also survived by numerous aunts, uncles, nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, the family would like to request a donation be made to https://shop.alivingtribute.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Lotz Funeral Home



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