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In memory of
James "Buddy" Gordon Smith
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With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of Mr. James "Buddy" Smith, He was born on the 19th of August, 1948, and took his final bow from this mortal realm on the 25th of September, 2024.
He leaves behind his loving children, daughter Lela Smith and son Rev. Charles Smith, who will forever cherish his memory. He also leaves behind his grandson, Matthew Erthein, and granddaughters Laura and Lillian Erthein, who held a special place …
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Future grave side services and burial at the Albert G.Horton Memorial Veteran's Cemetery,
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Born
August 19th, 1948
Graduated from high school
1966
Ferguson high School, Southwest 56th Street, Miami, FL
Retired from Yorktown Naval Weapons Station
2002
Survived by
Lela Smith
Daughter
Charles Smith
Son
Matthew Erthein
Grandson
Lillian Erthein
Granddaughter
Laura Erthein
Granddaughter
Christopher Smith
Nephew
Predeceased by
Charles Smith
Father
Lela Gayheart -Smith
Mother
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