St. Petersburg, Florida
Age 93
Gen. James C. SmithArmy Maj. Gen. James Clifton Smith (Ret.) had a chest full of medals from his combat duty in three wars.But in a 39-year military career, he was most proud of what he did to improve the safety of the troops: making training in instrument-flying standard for military pilots,...
Read MoreMy sympathy to your family! I believe I was his crew chief at Fort Hood when I returned from Vietnam in 1970! He was the base commander at that time and I will always remember those days as a young aviator and landing in your back yard at Fort Hood! Again, my sympathy to all of you!
John Bibek
November 10, 2019 | North Grosvenordale, CT
Gen Smith was my commander in the 1st Cav (Tricap) at Ft Hood in 1971-72. He continually challenged and inspired me to be better. I'm sorry I didn't keep in touch, but I'm glad to know he's with our Lord and I'll see him again!
He actually gave me a General Officer Article 15 (nonjudicial punishment) when my artillery firing battery fired a round out of safety. He meant for it to be a temporary handslap, but the Army changed policies and froze all Art 15's in our efficiency files. GEN...
January 15, 2019
my dad Lt Col Keath Maranville (ret) considered Gen Smith a dear friend for a long time. Just learned of Gen Smith's passing and I am so sorry to the family for the loss , but a wonderful hero and honorable soldier to many.
Lori Garland
September 25, 2017 | Columbus, OH
So Sorry
RIP sir......God Bless his family ......Thank you for your service to to this country,,
V J Newton
February 23, 2017 | Bardstown, KY
I had the pleasure to fly with General Smith one afternoon when he made a precautionary landing outside Hue, South Vietnam. He took command of my aircraft and we flew back to Camp Eagle.
We met again at the 1998 Vietnam Helicopter Pilots Association reunion in Orlando.
He was a great leader and will be missed.
Gary E. Earls
LTC, USA Ret
Gary Earls
February 23, 2017 | Morrow, GA
Served directly under General Smith with the 101st in Vietnam. His dedication was contagious. His devotion to his country was always evident and foremost. He treated those lucky enough to serve under him with respect.
Gail Dempsey
Spec 5
Leonard G Dempsey
January 18, 2017 | Arnold, MO
We thank Maj General Smith for his service
We thank his family for their support as he served his country
May the God of comfort give family and friends the peace from above
Phillips
January 06, 2017 | Lithonia, GA
We consider it a blessing to have known and fellowshipped with Jim here; and we consider it a joy to know we will celebrate our eternal life together around the throne of our God and Savior. May God bless his family with comfort that meets their grief and joy beyond their sorrow.
Pastor Timothy Kroll
on behalf of the
Northside Baptist Church
St. Petersburg, FL
January 03, 2017
It can be so hard to face the first year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.
P. T.
January 01, 2017
