Photo courtesy of Colonial Funeral Home of Scott County - Weber City
Weber City, Virginia
Oct 5, 1949 – Jun 26, 2023
Gate City, VA – James N. Smith (Monroe) - 73
James N. Smith (Monroe), 73 of Gate City, VA passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, June 26, 2023. He was the son of the late Ralph E. Smith and Wilma Gillenwater Smith. Other than his parents, he is preceded in death by his brother Gary L. Smith. James enjoyed farming and his family.
James is survived by his wife of 52 yrs., Janice Smith; daughters, Rhonda “Ronnie” Gillenwater (Tony) and Amy Reid (Scott); son, Jamie L. Smith (Bryson); grandchildren, Adam Gillenwater (Cherica), Aaron Gillenwater, Cody Taylor (Kayla), Matthew Taylor (Alyssa), Courtney Sluss (Thomas), Kara Smith, Kylee Smith, Elijah Roark, Pazlee Roark, D.C., Rachel Reid and Rebekah Reid; great grandchildren, Arabella, Aaliyah, Raylan and Harlan Gillenwater, Noah, Parker and Malia Taylor, Addison Sluss; sister-in-law, Sue Smith; brother-in-law, Roger Carico (Diane); three nieces, Christie Smith, Connie Bess (Brad), Kayla Bellamy (Lance); nephew, Shannon Carico (Angie), Willie Meade; two special friends, Ray Carico and Gary Carico.
The family will receive friends Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 5-7 PM at Colonial Funeral Home and other times at the residence. Funeral services will be at 7:00 PM in the funeral home chapel with Brother Eddie Taylor officiating. Music will be provided by Chris Holder. Pallbearers will be Grandsons. Graveside service will be Friday, June 30, 2023 in the Smith Family Cemetery of the Midway Community at 1:00 PM. Those wishing to attend are asked to meet at the cemetery at 12:50 PM.
Online condolences may be made to the Smith family by visiting our website at www.colonialfhscott.com
Colonial Funeral Home, Weber City, VA is honored to serve the family of James N. Smith.
Read MoreSo sorry Janice, didn't know in time to come by for visitation. God bless you and the family.
charlie dingus
July 28, 2023
The GCHS Class of 1968 extends our sympathy in the passing of our classmate, Jimmy. All of the family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Margaret Baxter, for GCHS Class of 1968
July 03, 2023 | Blountville, TN | Classmate
Janice, I am so sorry for your family. Jimmy was such a funny guy, and everyone loved him. My brother Ronnie loved working at The Press with, cutting up and picking on each other. My prayers go out to all of you, and praying that God will comfort all of you at this very sad time. Call me if you need help with anything. We love all of your family . God bless each one of you.
CONNIE STRONG
June 30, 2023 | GATE CITY, VA | Friend
I was so sorry to hear of Jim’s passing. He was a good man, and 1st cousin. My condolences and prayers are offered for his remaining family.
June Gillenwater Mott
June 29, 2023 | Gate City, VA | Family
Janice and family,I'm so sorry for your loss. You're in my thoughts and prayers
Hazel Dougherty
June 28, 2023 | GATE CITY, VA | Friend
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Judy Poole
June 28, 2023 | Gate City, VA
Janice,
So sorry for your loss.
Deepest sympathy,
Nancy Porter Lane
Scott Co Farm Bureau
Nancy Lane
June 28, 2023 | Gate City, VA
Monroe was always a staple in the Midway community and he will be missed.
Janice, Rhonda, Amy and Jamie, I am very sorry for your loss. Please let me know if you need anything.
Lesia Tate Smith
June 28, 2023 | Kingsport, TN | Friend