In Memory Of
James E. Smith
1921
2017
James E. Smith
March 16, 1921 — February 18, 2017
Webster:
Went to be with the Lord February 18, 2017, at age 95 after an extended illness. He is predeceased by Margaret Marie Smith, his devoted wife of 71 years and his sister Margaret Smith.
He is survived by his sons Daniel (Susan) and children Jessica (David) Gazzaniga and their children Kyle, Isabela, Rachel, John and Luke; Rachel Smith-Caffrey and children Ruadhri, Lauren and Elizabeth, and Andrea (John) Lareau and their children Oliver and Rebecca; Lawrence (Judy) and children Heather (deceased) and Courtney (Karl) Pashalidis and their children Trevor, Evan and Aiden; Robin (Sharalyn) and their children Joshua (Rachael) and their children Tate, Campbell and Langley and Justin (Amanda) and their children Lincoln, Ainsley and Vaughn; Joel (Deborah) and children Shawna, Brenton, Kara (Zachary) Riedl and their children Kylie, Cooper, Addison, Kallen and Ronan, and Candice (Andrew) Bouskill and their children Elle and Andrew; Tedd (Lori) and their children Allison (Alan) Smith, their children Grady and Julia, Matthew (Rachel) and Douglas.
The family would like to acknowledge the special care provided by Dad's team of aides, led by Tina Bianca.
Dad exemplified The Greatest Generation. Growing up in the Depression, he excelled in athletics, academics and music at East High. He continued these endeavors after matriculating at Houghton College. Dad then enlisted in the US Army in 1942, serving in the Pacific theater. After separation from the service he completed his education at Houghton. Following graduation in 1947, Jim taught history and coached basketball at Webster Central High School. Around 1950 Dad joined the Color Print and Processing Division of Eastman Kodak where he was employed for over 40 years, rising from the mailroom to the eventual role of CPP Assistant Manager.
Dad's twin loves were his God and his family. A devout student of the Word, he taught bible classes at Brighton Community and Browncroft Community Churches throughout most of his life. His ability to explain God's truths, provide spiritual counsel and demonstrate strong Christian manhood influenced the lives of generations. Boards at Brighton and Youth for Christ benefited from his sound wisdom.
Christian leadership permeated Jim's home life. Loving and supportive husband of Peg, Dad raised his "basketball team" of boys in Webster. All of his sons are actively engaged in serving the Lord in preaching, youth or music ministry. Dad's 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren received his loving touch but, more importantly his fervent prayers. Clearly Jim Smith was the type of father that God had in mind.
A public celebration of Dad's life will be held at Browncroft Community Church, Penfield on Sunday, March 26th at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to to the building fund of East Williamson Free Methodist Church, P.O Box 409, East Williamson, NY 14449.
Went to be with the Lord February 18, 2017, at age 95 after an extended illness. He is predeceased by Margaret Marie Smith, his devoted wife of 71 years and his sister Margaret Smith.
He is survived by his sons Daniel (Susan) and children Jessica (David) Gazzaniga and their children Kyle, Isabela, Rachel, John and Luke; Rachel Smith-Caffrey and children Ruadhri, Lauren and Elizabeth, and Andrea (John) Lareau and their children Oliver and Rebecca; Lawrence (Judy) and children Heather (deceased) and Courtney (Karl) Pashalidis and their children Trevor, Evan and Aiden; Robin (Sharalyn) and their children Joshua (Rachael) and their children Tate, Campbell and Langley and Justin (Amanda) and their children Lincoln, Ainsley and Vaughn; Joel (Deborah) and children Shawna, Brenton, Kara (Zachary) Riedl and their children Kylie, Cooper, Addison, Kallen and Ronan, and Candice (Andrew) Bouskill and their children Elle and Andrew; Tedd (Lori) and their children Allison (Alan) Smith, their children Grady and Julia, Matthew (Rachel) and Douglas.
The family would like to acknowledge the special care provided by Dad's team of aides, led by Tina Bianca.
Dad exemplified The Greatest Generation. Growing up in the Depression, he excelled in athletics, academics and music at East High. He continued these endeavors after matriculating at Houghton College. Dad then enlisted in the US Army in 1942, serving in the Pacific theater. After separation from the service he completed his education at Houghton. Following graduation in 1947, Jim taught history and coached basketball at Webster Central High School. Around 1950 Dad joined the Color Print and Processing Division of Eastman Kodak where he was employed for over 40 years, rising from the mailroom to the eventual role of CPP Assistant Manager.
Dad's twin loves were his God and his family. A devout student of the Word, he taught bible classes at Brighton Community and Browncroft Community Churches throughout most of his life. His ability to explain God's truths, provide spiritual counsel and demonstrate strong Christian manhood influenced the lives of generations. Boards at Brighton and Youth for Christ benefited from his sound wisdom.
Christian leadership permeated Jim's home life. Loving and supportive husband of Peg, Dad raised his "basketball team" of boys in Webster. All of his sons are actively engaged in serving the Lord in preaching, youth or music ministry. Dad's 14 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren received his loving touch but, more importantly his fervent prayers. Clearly Jim Smith was the type of father that God had in mind.
A public celebration of Dad's life will be held at Browncroft Community Church, Penfield on Sunday, March 26th at 2 pm.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to to the building fund of East Williamson Free Methodist Church, P.O Box 409, East Williamson, NY 14449.
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