Jimmie Smith

Jimmie Smith, age 78, of Lorida, Florida passed away on Friday, July 22, 2016 at home surrounded by his family. He was born on September 24, 1937 in Bladenboro, North Carolina to the late John C. and Jettie P. (Singletary) Smith. He married Elsie Ann Boney in 1969 and they had three daughters. A member of First Baptist Church of Lorida, Jimmie spent his career as a Heavy Equipment Operator in the construction industry. He was a member of The Cattleman's Association and enjoyed working on his ranch. Jimmie loved his family dearly and the times they all spent together. Survivors include his wife, Elsie Smith-Lorida, FL, daughters, ; Pam Cain-Bladenboro, NC, Elsa Jane Miller (Kevin)-Lorida, FL; Sara Etta Johns (David)-Lorida, FL, sisters, Eugenia Boles (Elvin)-Ocala, FL; Trudy Baker (Richard)-St. Petersburg, FL, Aunt, Bobby Pait-NC, nine grandchildren and eight great-grandchildren and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Along with his parents he is preceded in death by his son-in-law, Sam Cain. There will be a funeral service on Monday, July 25, 2016, 11:30am, at First Baptist Church of Lorida with his nephew Reverend Ashley Butler officiating. The family will receive friends beginning at 10:30am. Burial will take place immediately following the service at Basinger Cemetery. The family would like to invite you to the Ranch Lodge after the burial. Memorial Contributions may be made to: Ronald McDonald House Charities, Inc., 26345 Network Place, Chicago, IL 60673-1263 www.donatermhc.org