James Smith (11 Dec 1946 - 8 Oct 2022)

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JamesMary Ann Evans Hospice

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Location
Sutton Coldfield Crematorium Tamworth Rd Sutton Coldfield B75 6LG
Date
25th Oct 2022
Time
3.15pm
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Location
Sutton Coldfield Crematorium Tamworth Rd Sutton Coldfield B75 6LG
Date
25th Oct 2022
Time
3.15pm

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It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our wonderful husband, dad, grandad and brother, James (Jim) Smith on Saturday, October 8th, 2022. Jim passed away peacefully at home, aged 75, surrounded by his loving family, after a courageous battle with prostate cancer. Over seven years, he never once complained, and always displayed incredible dignity, courage and humour right up until the very last day. The service will be held at Sutton Crematorium at 3:15, on Tuesday, October 25th. All are welcome to attend. In accordance with Jim’s wishes, the family plan to celebrate his life through humour and music. In lieu of flowers, donations will be accepted for Mary Ann Evans hospice in Nuneaton. Jim is survived by his wife Barbara, children, Kate and Chris Smith, son in law, Martin Wilkes, his brother Alan Smith, and his beloved grandchildren, Megan, Abigail, Alice, Ben and Olivia.

Vanessa Knight donated £15 in memory of James
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Kate Wilkes wrote

Just a quick update: All donations for our Dad’s Just Giving page, and the cash raised at the Spread Eagle was given to Mary Ann Evans Hospice, Nuneaton, totalling £1,786.00 we are humbled by the generosity of friends and family. Thank you for the letters, cards, donations, kind offers and phone calls. At a time of such immeasurable loss, the support meant the world to us all x♥️

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Michaela Sands donated in memory of James

Honoring James with love from Kate's JGS Family

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  • Totally overwhelmed by the kindness. Thank you JGS x

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Polly Emms donated £40 in memory of James

In memory of a lovely, lovely man. With love from Polly (Doreen/Nanny Hoover)

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Emma Keenan donated £20 in memory of James
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Emma Keenan wrote

This news made me so sad. I shall always remember the runny egg sandwich with no plate trick and also the plots we made against Barbara when I was little. Sorry Barbara. RIP Jim, you were so much fun.

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Anita Sheridan donated in memory of James

Kate’s dad Jim, brought laughter and sunshine into our lives. I am grateful to have known such a lovely person. RIP

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Fi and Sam Bull donated £20 in memory of James

Always in our thoughts xxx

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Fi and Sam Bull wrote

Jim was always a happy, positive soul who made us smile whenever we spent time with him. He was one of my Dads oldest friends and has been a constant figure throughout my life and I will dearly miss him. Your kind presence will always be remembered Jim. With Love from Fi and Sam xxx

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Kenneth Davies donated in memory of James

Every time I saw you you, you always had that wry smile and you lit up the room with your dry sense of humour. Lots of lovely memories. I will miss you mate.

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John & Denise Davies donated in memory of James
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John & Denise Davies wrote

We’re really sad we can’t be there to say goodbye to you Jim.
The memory of your friendship, unique humour and, of course, the music we’ve shared will always be with us.
A gentlemen to the end…..
With love,
John & Denise

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Judy McKinsey donated £44.58 in memory of James

Our deepest condolences

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David Bevan donated £20 in memory of James

Jim - thanks for being your unique, irreplaceable, unforgetable self - Dave & Jenny Bevan

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Charlotte Abbott donated £20 in memory of James

I’m loving memory of wonderful Jim xx

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Charlotte Abbott wrote

A light went out when you left us all Jim. The world may still be turning, but with a little less sparkle. Remembering you with great fondness. Until we all meet again, Charlotte xx

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Tim and Sandra Robinson donated £10 in memory of James

Dear All,
Fond memories of Jim who had a great sense of humour. Happy days at The Game Cock and seeing Jim play Bodhran for Wild Irish at The Station in Sutton Coldfield. Dwell on the happy memories.
So sorry we canbt join you to celebrate Jim's life.
Sandra and TimXX

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Stephen Edkins donated in memory of James

Jim's humour and personality were infectious. He lit up a room and will be sorely missed.

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Vincent Sargent donated £20 in memory of James

Thanks for all the laughs over the years. Love Vin and Judy x

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Pat Alldrick donated £20 in memory of James

In memory of Jim, one of life’s good guys.

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Linda and Alan Alcock donated £20 in memory of James

In loving memory of Jim from Linda and Alan x

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Teresa & Tony Napier wrote

We plan to attend Jim's funeral and to celebrate his life afterwards: as members of the Gamecock Folk Club since its inception, Jim's music and humour has been part of our lives.

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