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James Harry Smith

1946 - 2014

James Harry Smith obituary, 1946-2014, Odessa, TX

BORN

1946

DIED

2014

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Hubbard-Kelly Funeral Home

601 North Alleghaney

Odessa, Texas

James Smith Obituary

James H. Smith, of Odessa, Texas, passed away on Sunday, March 30, 2014, in Odessa, Texas. He was born at the Oxford Store in Oxford, Colo.
Jim graduated from Ignacio High School in 1964. After spending a couple of years exercising race horses in Durango, Colo., he enlisted in the U.S. Army and flew Cobra helicopters in Vietnam. He received several honors, including a Distinguish Flying Cross, for his service in Vietnam.
Jim was Exalted Ruler at the Farmington Elks Lodge from 1996 to 1997. He received All-State Inter Guard in 1994.
Jim is survived by his wife of 26 years, Donna; daughter, Storme Smith; step-son, Dax Lujan and wife Katie; grandson, Riker Lujan; and sisters, Shirley Martin and Bonnie Cummins. He has numerous nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by both of his parents and two brothers.
Jim had become an animal activist and supported Doberman rescue groups as well as other animal rescue groups. It had been his plan to make part of his place in Odessa, Texas, a refuge for horses.
Jim was a generous, family-loving and patriotic man. One of his favorite things to do was take his family to the PBR finals in Las Vegas, Nev., every October.
Services will be at 1:30 p.m. on Saturday, April 5, at the Farmington Elks Lodge, No. 1747, 801 Municipal Drive.

Published by Farmington Daily Times from Apr. 3 to Apr. 12, 2014.
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Donna and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was my best friend while we served together in Vietnam. He was a great pilot and fearless warrior and it was my honor and pleasure to know him.

William (Bill) Williams

May 30, 2014

You and you family are forever in my prayers

K

April 23, 2014

Donna, may you find peace in knowing that Jim is in a far better place. I'm sure he's still making people laugh and helping stray animals. Stay strong and let your 26 years of wonderful memories help you through these difficult days.

Donna Garrison

April 8, 2014

Donna, Janet and I were very sorry to hear about Jim's passing. We're now living in Grand Junction so I did'nt get word right away. Jim was a valued friend and we shall miss him. Be comforted to know that Jim is in a better place and with God.
Rick and Janet Brazfield

April 6, 2014

Dear Donna and Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great guy. We were going to come see you this month. I am so glad I got to speak to him last fall. Our prayers are with you and may God Bless and keep you.
Love,
Linda Norton

April 4, 2014

Donna Donna Donna, i am so sorry for your loss i am always there with you if you need give your family my best Danny Goodwin

April 4, 2014

Donna, I am so sorry for your loss, as well as the rest of the family. It is so hard for those of us left behind and we grieve, but I believe Jim is now in a better place and no longer fighting and suffering. I know God will take him and keep him safe.

Sheri Wyatt

April 4, 2014

KS

April 3, 2014

Donna, you are in my prayers. God, in His infinite wisdom, has chosen to take Jim "home" to be with Him.....he is now whole again, smiling and waiting for the day you will see him again! Jim is not with you physically, but his spirit and the memories you have are God's way of comforting you as only He can. Trust and lean on Him and He will direct your path in all ways.

Coni Aldridge

April 2, 2014

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April 1, 2014

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Elks Lodge

Farmington, NM

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601 North Alleghaney, Odessa, TX 79761

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