James Howard Smith, 65 of Edmonton passed away Monday, November 6, 2023, at TJ Samson Hospital. He was born May 14, 1958, to the late James Garnett Smith and Nina Mae Smith. He is also preceded in death by his son Joseph Colby Smith.

Survivors include his wife of 44 years Barbara Smith of Edmonton, eight sisters Judy (Coy) Edwards, Mary (Earl) Floyd, Wendy (Jerry) Beard, Betty Phelps, Jenny (Randy) Powell, Brenda Rolin, Teresa Robertson, and Marie Barlow, one brother Darrell (Sharon) Smith. He is also survived by several nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be 3:00 P.M. Thursday, November 9, 2023, at Metcalfe County Memorial Gardens. Jessie ~ Wilson Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.