James Bland Smith

James Bland Smith obituary, Radcliff, KY

James Bland Smith

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James Smith Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Joseph E. Ratterman & Son - Southside on Sep. 24, 2025.

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James Bland Smith, 93, passed away at UofL Mary & Elizabeth hospital on Wednesday, September 17th 2025.

He was a retired laborer for the Railroad, an Air Force Veteran of the Korean War, and a friend to all who knew him.

James is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Margaret Smith; and a brother, Donald Smith.

Left to cherish his memory is his friends and neighbors; including Jeremy Rawlings who was like a son to James.

A funeral service of full military honors will be held 12:30 PM, Thursday, October 9th at Kentucky Veterans Cemetery – Central, 2501 N. Dixie Blvd., Radcilff, KY 40160.

There will be no visitation or services at the funeral home. Please meet at the cemetery.

Arrangements through Joseph E. Ratterman & Son Funeral Home.

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September 28, 2025

Susan Jones, Esq. posted to the memorial.

September 26, 2025

Jeremy Scott Rawlings posted to the memorial.

September 24, 2025

Joseph E. Ratterman & Son - Southside announced events.

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Susan Jones, Esq.

September 28, 2025

I only knew Buddy through Jeremy, but he must´ve been one great guy (as is Jeremy). My condolences to all.

Jeremy Scott Rawlings

September 26, 2025

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Oct

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Graveside service

12:30 p.m.

Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central

2501 N. Dixie Blvd., Radcliff, KY 40160

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