James Smith Obituary in Shelby at Enloe Mortuary

Obituary For James Smith

Deacon James Weldon Smith transitioned peacefully on July 6, 2023 at Atrium Health-Cleveland in Shelby, NC. He was born on June 6, 1941 in Cleveland County, NC to the late Albert Smith, Sr. and the late Elvira McCluney Smith.

Deacon Smith attended Camp High School. He was employed with Overnight Transportation in Gaffney, SC for 32 years. Deacon Smith was a light that guided the path of his family. He was the role model that taught respect and guidance to his children and grandchildren. Deacon Smith was a faithful member of First Baptist Church Earl where he was an assistant chairman of the Deacon Board; member of the Senior Ambassadors, Men’s Ministry and All Male Choir until declining health.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, André Lavar Smith; a son-in-law, Carlos Owen and his father-in-law and mother-in-law, Roger and Madge Roberts.

Left to cherish fond memories, his wife of 46 years, Frances R. Smith of the home; two daughters, Debra Smith Owen of Gastonia, NC and Tina Smith of Shelby; four sons, Rickey Smith (Tiffney) of Shelby, James Scott Smith of Seattle, WA, Jonathan Strong (Donna) of Kings Mountain, NC and Timothy Todd Strong (Cassandra) of Shelby; a grandson raised in the home, Josiah K. Smith; brothers, Benny Smith (Julia Mae) and Gary F. Smith (Catherine) both of Grover, NC, Raymond Smith (Pat) of Vancouver, Canada, and Albert Smith, Jr. of Grover; sisters, Mandy Hopper of Grover, Retha Peak of Dallas, NC and Betty Smith of Grover and a host of grandchildren; great-grandchildren; great-great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held on Thursday, July 13, 2023 at 2:00 PM at First Baptist Church Earl. The service will be live streamed starting at 1:45 PM from Enloe Mortuary’s Facebook page. Burial will take place at the church cemetery. The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM and at other times at the home on Monday July 10th, Tuesday, July 11th and Wednesday July 12th from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Condolences can be expressed online at www.enloemortuary.com.

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Heartfelt condolences to the family during this difficult time. Sending love and prayers as you thru this life changing time. Keeping you in prayer.-- Eugene Vinson and family

To the Smith Family so sorry for your loss may God comfort you during this time prayers are with you. Isabeller Logan

Our hearts and prayers are with and for our entire family during these challenging times!
Dennis & Doretha Dawkins

My heart is truly saddened to hear of Deacon Jamie's passing. Sending my condolences and prayers for the peace and comfort for Francis and the entire family. Brenda Lipscomb

My heart is truly saddened to hear of Deacon Jamie's passing. Sending my condolences and prayers for the peace and comfort for Francis and the entire family

Sending prayers to the Smith family. May God comfort you during your time of bereavement. R.I.P Sam and Carolyn McKinney

You will be missed greatly. I already miss the phone calls you and I have had over the years. Sometimes very short but other times we would talk and laugh for 15 or 20 minutes. The memories will be with me forever. Love you Raymond & Pat

My condolences to the family during this difficult time my prayers are with you may God give you the strength 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

We will forever miss you our hearts are broken.

MU HEART IS BRUKEN PAWPAW LOVE YOU.

Paw paw James will be missed, unequivocally! He was an amazing grandfather. May God be pleased with him. Rest in paradise. Love always! ~Erica M. Smith💜🤍

HEARTFELT CONDOLENCE To you and your FAMILY for this Great loss. May GOD bless your DAD With ETERNAL PEACE..🙏🙏 *JAY HAMRICK *

It is with great kindness and respect that we honor Mr. Smith and his family. Thanks for the opportunity to be part of your family by way of marriage! My God keep your family strong and in his arms! Dennis & Doretha.

Our hearts are sadden to hear of the passing of Cousin James. Sending love and caring thoughts your way during this difficult time.
- The James Sr. & Mattie Lee McCluney Smith Family