James B. Smeltzer

So many people knew Grandpa for many different reasons and at different times in his life. But no matter how you knew him or when, he was always the same compassionate, caring, loving and giving man that was his soul. He was more solid in his faith and in his love for God than anyone I ever knew.


Grandpa,
You helped raise me for many years of my life and I am so grateful for so many things you have taught me. I would not be the wife, mother or woman that I am...

Grandpa
I know it has been years since I seen you last but there has never been a day that passed that you were not in my thoughts. You are at peace now and with grandma and grandma Heist. Give them both great big kisses and hugs for me and tell them I love them and miss them both terrribly. I love you grandpa and will miss you
AS ALWAYS
Heidi

Dad,
I can't say enough how blessed I am to have had you in my life. You tought me all the good in our lives and not to worry about the bad. I cherish the many, many years we had together, up to the last night when I was able to help you to bed, hold your hands. You told me how cold your hands were. You told me you loved me so very much and I told you the same. I then tucked your hands under the blankets and we gave each other a kiss. I owe this to God to allow me to have this time...

Dear Papaw,
When I heard that you went to be with God, I couldn't believe what I heard. I will miss you terribly. I will remember and cherish all of our time together. I know that you will watch over me for the rest of my days. Say hi to my dad for me. I know I will see you both some day, but I have much work to do yet. So until we meet again, I love you and will remember you always.

Love, James

I will remember Jim for all our times of fellowship we had at church. A good and kind man who will be missed!!

Grandpa,
We will miss u dearly. We love you very much. We know that u will be watching over us and helping us make the right decisions with our life. I know that you are in a better place but still wish that u were still here with us. We will never forget you. You had the biggest heart that anyone could have. You were such a darling grandpa. I know god will take care of u and love u as much as we do down here. We love u an will always miss u an think of u.

dear grandpa,
i love you so very much and you where a great grandpa. i havent seen you in a while but i know i was in your heart. i wrote a poem for you and it said. when it is time to stay youll stay when it is time to go god will open his hand an heart for welcome you in. while you are up there you will met the love of your life and cherish the moments with her that was lost her on earth. but know matter where you are well love you,miss you and most of all think of you. love you always...