James E. Smith

August 28, 1943 - August 20, 2015

James E. Smith "Jim" Born Aug 28, 1943- Born again Aug 20, 2015 On August 20, 2015 James E. Smith, Age 71, of Hudson, NY, went home to the Lord. Jim was predeceased by his parents Mr. Woodrow Smith and Mrs. Roberta Smith. Jim was Baptized at the Friendship Baptist Church, Brookhaven, MS. Jim was an employee of 4 Star Bulk Transportation until his retirement in 2009. Jim enjoyed spending time with his family and at the Saratoga Race Track. Jim was predeceased by Grandmother Lucy "lady girl" Harris, brother William Herbert "Jay" Smith and sister Alleen Smith. Jim leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife Laurie McCredie-Smith, Caring Ex-Wife Mattie D. Smith, CHILDREN: Anita Smith, Kyle Smith, Daphne Smith (Mike), Lashonda Smith, Jimmy McCredie (Chris), Brandon Smith & Teddy Smith. SISTER: Evelyn Smith. BROTHERS: Julius (Luader), Prentiss (Claudia), Bennie. GRANDCHILDREN: Lassandra, Micah, Cameron, Laneice, Carolyn, Amanda, Kyle, Taylor, Lucy, Eli, Ali and Gabriel. GREAT GRANDCHILDREN: 7, a very special Niece-daughter Carrie Waterhouse and several other nieces and nephews. The family acknowledges with Love filled hearts the many expressions of Caring and Kindness during this difficult time. The memorial service is 12:00 to 2:00 pm Sunday, Aug 30, 2015 at Bates and Anderson-Redmond & Keeler Funeral Home, 110 Green St, Hudson. A reception will follow at the City of Hudson Fire House, 77 N. 7th St, Hudson, NY.