James Edward Smith Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Edward Smith of Oakland, Mississippi, who passed away on April 27, 2023, at the age of 77, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, William Smith and Effie Smith (Glass); and his siblings, Billy, Jimmy, John "Red" Smith and Peggy Kirk of Byrum, MS..
He is survived by: his children, Michael Shelton "Shelley" Smith (Debbie) of Fort Worth, TX and Angie Tidwell (Shelby) of Mayhew, MS; his siblings, William "Sonny" Smith of Bay Minette, AL and Juanita Allday of Terry, MS; and his former wife Lynda Peeples Smith of Starkville, MS.. He is also survived by six grandchildren; one great-grandchild.