James Smith

Mr. James H. Smith, Chiefland, FL age 84 passed away after a long illness on Thursday, January 14, 2021 surrounded by his wife of 60 years Earlene and his two children Paige and Stoney. Jim was born August 18, 1936 in Shamrock, FL. He graduated from Naples High School and Florida Southern College. He served his country at 17 years old by enlisting in the US Marine Corps and fought in the Korean Conflict. He was married to the love of his life Earlene Hudson Smith. He was an amazing father to Paige (Loran) Brookins and Stoney (Laura) Smith, four grandchildren, Chase, Morgan, Blayne, Logan (Keely) and one great-grandchild, Cooper Brookins. He is survived by his brother Jack Smith of Maryville, Tennessee, 2 sisters Janelle Dean of Cross City, FL and JoAnn Hendricks (Stephen) of Lake Butler, FL and many nieces and nephews that he loved dearly. He was preceded in death by his parents Hilton and Louise Smith, his sisters, Janice Woods and Jeannette Johnson. Jim loved his family business which he successfully grew in the grocery, land management and gas areas. Jim was instrumental in developing the first shopping center in Chiefland, FL. He served as board of director on Certified Groceries and Drummond Community Bank. He loved his community and served faithfully with the Lions and Civitan Clubs. He was an original member of the Chiefland Golf and Country Club and founder of the Rye Grass Tournament and never missed a tournament in 44 years. His hobbies were golf, hunting, playing cards, boating and creating special memories with his family. Visitation will be at 2:00 PM on Sunday, January 17, 2021 at the First Baptist Church of Chiefland, 511 North Young Blvd. with service immediately following at 3:00 PM. Burial will follow at the Hardeetown Cemetery. Arrangements are under the care of the Knauff Funeral Home, Chiefland, FL (352)493-4777. Visitation First Baptist Church Chiefland Sunday, January 17, 2021 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM 511 N Young Blvd Chiefland, FL 32626 Funeral Service First Baptist Church Chiefland Sunday, January 17, 2021 3:00 PM 511 N Young Blvd Chiefland, FL 32626