James "J.D." Smith

James D. “J.D.” Smith, 72, Kansas City, MO, passed away Friday December 27, 2013 at his home. Memorial services are 11:00 AM Saturday, January 4th at the McGilley Antioch Chapel where a visitation will begin at 10:00 AM. The family suggests contributions to Cross Roads Hospice.

J.D. was born July 15, 1941 to James and Susan (Dannar) Smith in Bethany, MO. He was a 1959 graduate of Albany High School. On October 25, 1997 he married Charlene Ann Brown. J.D. worked for BN Railroad for 32 years, retiring in 2000. He enjoyed fishing, hunting and camping. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Effie Harris; and first wife, Sue Hecker.

Survivors include his wife, Charlene Smith of the home; daughter, Melody Laipple (Roger Wells); step-daughter, Shelia Dauma Jones (Ben); four grandchildren, Ryan and Shelby Laipple, and Kent and Steve Dauma; great grandson, Kadeyn Dauma; brothers, Jerry Smith (Therena) and Lavern Smith; step-sisters, Lois Brauer and Linda Bounds; step-brother, Frank Steinman; step-dad, Bob Steinman; and numerous nieces and nephews.