James "Jack" Benson Smith

James was born in Six Mile, South Carolina on April 18, 1940 to the late Roy Daniel and Annie Mae Sentell Smith.

James was a devoted member of Smith Grove Baptist Church. He taught at Tri-County Technical College in Turf Management and later retired as Green Superintendent after 45 years. James had a strong work ethic and later went back to work at Anderson County Solid Waste Management. He was a member of Slab Town Lodge 233 AFM, Past Master twice, and a member of the York Rites.

James is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years Judith Ann Owen Smith; three children James Micheal Smith, Pamela Lynn Tate, and Roy Harlin Smith; 7 grandchildren; 10 great grandchildren; 17 great-great grandchildren; and 2 great-great-great grandchildren whom he loved with all of his heart.

James was preceded in death by his parents; his two brothers Feltz Smith and Roy Smith; three sisters Peggy Capps, Carol Merritt, and Diane Spake.

A memorial service for Jack will be held Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00 AM at Smith Grove Baptist Church, 1220 Smith Grove Rd., Liberty, SC.

In lieu of flowers, donations in James's memory may be made to Smith Grove Baptist Church, 1220 Smith Grove Rd, Liberty, SC.

Online condolences may be expressed to the family by visiting www.dillardfunerals.com. Dillard Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.