James G. Smith Jr. passed away peacefully on November 7, 2021 surrounded by his loving family: his devoted wife Patti; his sons James, Joseph, Thomas, Patrick, Michael; his daughters Jaime, Erin, Mary-Kate and Julia. He is survived by his nine children, their spouses and 31 grandchildren.
A visitation for James will be held Wednesday, November 10 from 4:00pm to 8:00pm. at Blake - Lamb Funeral Home 4727 W. 103rd. St., Oak Lawn. A Mass of Christian Burial will be Thursday, November 11, 10:00am at St. Thomas More Catholic Church, 2825 W. 81st Street, Chicago. Interment to follow at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, 87th St. and Hamlin Ave., Evergreen Park.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.blakelamboaklawn.com for the Smith family.