James Smith
Alton |
James E. Smith, 86, went to be with the Lord at 10:30 pm on Tuesday, December 12, 2023 at his residence.
He was born on November 12, 1937 in Chandlerville, IL to Henry and Sylvia (Bridges) Smith.
James married his first wife, Jo Ann Daly. She preceded him in death on November 12, 1980.
Later, James married Linda Houston on January 29, 1983 in Cottage Hills. She survives.
James was a graduate of Granite City High School. He was a proud member of the U.S. Air Force and worked as a Control Clerk for the U.S. Government. James enjoyed working with his hands. He often performed general handyman work, including heating, cooling, and electrical. In his free time, he loved spending time with his cats and was an avid reader. He had a kind and generous heart, always going out of his way to help others when they needed it.
In addition to his wife, James is survived by his daughter, Jo Marie (A.J.) Alger of Enoch, Utah; his son, William T. Smith of Rolling Prairie, Indiana; a sister, Deborah Beiser of Jerseyville; several grandchildren and even a few great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his first wife, JoAnn (Daly) Smith; a sister, Shari Watts; a brother, Robert E. Smith; his twin infant sons; and a grandson, Jeffrey Wann.
Visitation will be at Friday, December 15, 2023, 10:00 am - 11:00 am at Harmony Baptist Church in Godfrey, Illinois.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 15, 2023, 11:00 pm. Pastor Jeff Short will officiate.
Burial will take place in the Upper Alton Cemetery immediately following the service.
Memorials are suggested to Harmony Baptist Church.
Online condolences and guestbook may be found at www.eliaskallalandschaaf.com.
Elias, Kallal & Schaaf Funeral Home