Charleston, South Carolina
Major James P. Smyth, USMC, Ret. BEAUFORT, SC - Major James P. (Jim) Smyth, USMC, Retired, age 87, husband of Nellyanne (Nan) Smyth, died Monday, July 9, 2012 at the home of his daughter, Kathleen. He donated his body to the MUSC Anatomical Gift Program. Born August 29, 1924 in Connellsville, PA,...
Read MoreMy prayers go out to the Smith Family. Mr. Smith, as he was called, was the toughest principal I've ever faced in years of Jr. High and High School. The thing that made his stand out was the fact that he was fair and he treated everyone the same. I think his demeanor was just his way of showing how much he really cared about the students without ever hearing him say so. He is, without a doubt deserving of much respect.
Willie Polite
July 23, 2012 | Stafford, VA
I am sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. Smyth. I have fond memories of him at Battery Creek. I graduated in 1989 so his retirement with our graduation made it very special.
Marlene Myers
July 19, 2012 | Beaufort, SC
I had Mr. Smyth at Beaufort Junior High. He was a great teacher and I will miss him alot as I am sure all of the students he tought will. May God be with the family. Patricia Jones Cotterman
Patricia Cotterman
July 17, 2012 | Little Rock, AR
In his younger days
July 17, 2012
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts, love, and prayers are with you (((hugs))) - from all of us at James Island Dental Associates
July 16, 2012
Peace, love, and prayers to Kelley and all the family.
Martha Kays Hruska
July 15, 2012 | La Jolla, CA
Mr. Smyth was the greatest example of compassion, strength and higher standards I had ever witnessed in a man. When he communicated with you- he saw you; the You, you were meant to be. The "You" you wanted to be, but may have had trouble believing in. It didn't matter who you were related to, what rank your father was, what color, size or shape you were. He would hold you to a higher standard; he knew you would make mistakes and he would be there to bump you back on the right track.
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Angela Roney
July 15, 2012 | Porter, TX
My sympathy and prayers to the family for your loss. I will always remember Mr. Smyth with much respect, he kept us in line at BCHS, he was tough but very kind. He was a great man.
Lois Conklin-Kelley
July 15, 2012 | Walterboro, SC
My thoughts are prayers are will the family. He was the best principal i ever had!! Rest in peace.
Michelle Harral
July 15, 2012 | Beaufort, SC