In Loving Memory James "J.D." Smith

JAMES D. "J.D." SMITH

1941 - 2013 | Obituary | Condolences

JAMES D. "J.D." SMITH Obituary

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James D. "J.D." Smith, 72, Kansas City, MO, passed away Friday December 27, 2013 at his home. Memorial services are 11:00 AM Saturday, January 4th at the McGilley Antioch Chapel where a visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. The family suggests contributions to Cross Roads Hospice. J.D. was born July 15, 1941 to James and Susan (Dannar) Smith in Bethany, MO. He was a 1959 graduate of Albany High School. On October 25, 1997 he married Charlene Ann Brown. J.D. worked for BN Railroad for 32 years, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Effie Harris; and first wife, Sue Hecker. Survivors include his wife, Charlene Smith of the home; daughter, Melody Laipple (Roger Wells); step- daughter, Shelia Dauma Jones (Ben); four grandchildren, Ryan and Shelby Laipple, and Kent and Steve Dauma; great grandson, Kadeyn Dauma; brothers, Jerry Smith (Therena) and Lavern Smith; step- sisters, Lois Brauer and Linda Bounds; step-brother, Frank Steinman; step-dad, Bob Steinman; and numerous nieces and nephews. Arr.'s: McGilley Antioch Chapel, 3325 NE Vivion Rd, Kansas City, MO 64119 McGilley Antioch Chapel, 3325 NE Vivion Rd, Kansas city, MO 64119, 816-453-7700 www.mcgilleyantiochchapel.com

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officiant Reverend Harold Dinsmore, Bethel Baptist Church. Cremation. Please join us in remembering James "J.D." Dmith by visiting our Memorial at www.mcgilleyantiochchapel.com. Through this site, we invite you to share your thoughts and fond memories with our family. McGilley Antioch Chapel, 3325 Vivion Rd, Kansas City, Mo 64119-2611