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Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr.

09/26/1930 - 03/15/2024

Obituary For Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr.

Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr., 93, of Jackson, MS was born September 26, 1930 to James Edward Smith, Sr., and Joe Mary Guice Smith. James passed March 15, 2024 at his home.

Visitation Friday, March 22, 2024 at Westhaven Funeral Home - Jackson Branch from 9:00 a.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Funeral services Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 11:00 a.m., Hope Spring M.B. Church, 5189 Livingston Street, Jackson, MS 39206 with burial in Hope Spring Cemetery, 3014 Forest Avenue Extension, Jackson, MS 39213.


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Stanley Bullock sent Sunny Memories for Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr. - March 19, 2024

To Celeste and the Smith Family,

"Wishing you courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to hold in your heart forever."

Stan & Avis Bullock (Maryland)

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Tracy Bradford planted 5 trees in memory of Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr. . - March 19, 2024

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To Christie, LaMarcus, Chris, Connie and the entire Smith/Griffin family, my sincere condolences to you and your family. I know Mr Smith was loved by so many people especially his family. Our prayers are with you all. Love, Sirena, Josh, Julian and Mrs Jewel & the Wilson family.

To Cathy our families goes way back to 1st grade I have so many fond memories with your family, spending weekends together as we grew up. Loving the memories and will never forget your Mom and Dad are a pair of one of the greatest I've known. On behalf of the Leonard family,we offer our condolences and prayers to the Smith family. May God continue to bless each of you.

Forever in Christ,

Margaret L. Roach

Smith Family, We were deeply saddened to hear of the loss of your loved one. We pray for your strength and comfort during this life changing journey. The Matory Family has shared many memories with your family. Know that we love you and you are in our thoughts and prayers. Delesia, Cheryl, Harrison Jr. & Families

My prayers and thoughts are extended to Mrs. Smith, Celeste and the entire family. What A Friend We Have In Jesus. Tangie Coleman Kelly

Celeste and Family, May GOD's peace and understanding abide in and with you all during this time of great loss. Prayerfully you will find solice in the favor placed upon Deacon James Edward Smith, Jr for 93 years. Psalm 90:10 - Our days may come to seventy years, or eighty, if our strength endures; yet the best of them are but trouble and sorrow, for they pass quickly, and we fly away. - Robert M. Rice - Washington, DC (Former DOJ Colleague)

Your loss of Mr. Smith has touched many deeply, and we want to offer our most heartfelt condolences. May God Bless you with strength during this difficult time. Booker & Ann Wayne McArthur-Bowie, MD

Your loss of Mr. Smith has touched many deeply, and we want to offer our most heartfelt condolences. May God Bless you with strength during this difficult time.

Celeste & Family, May you gain strength as the loving memories of your father continue to shine through and your family. I know that God will give you and your family the strength to endure such a loss. lessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. - Matthew 5:4 With Deepest Sympathy, Oliver Winkfield, Washington DC

To the Smith family, the Mumford family extend our heartfelt sympathy. We enjoyed friendship with your parents and often referred to them as our example. For a long time we shared church membership together. May the legacy left behind comfort you at this difficult time. Remember God's love is unchanging, even to the grave. πŸ™πŸΌ

To Mrs. Mary Smith & Family Sending our heartfelt condolences! We were saddened to hear of your loss. We pray that your faith will give you strength, peace and comfort during this time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. The Holmes (Bettie J.) Family

Praying for Mrs. Mary Smith and family, You all were some of the best neighbors(when neighbors were truly called neighbors) that we could have ever on Fontaine Ave. What a blessed Family, you all were always a blessing to us. I thank God for having you all in my life. Psalm 46. Debra(Gray)Amos and Jean GrayπŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½πŸ™πŸ½

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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