Wednesday, March 16, 2022 11:53 am

James Harold Smith, age 88, of Spindale, passed away March 6, 2022.

He was the son of the late Fred and Beatrice Smith, and he was a native of Rutherford County. James was a US Navy veteran. James was the widower of the late Doris Nix Smith. James was a member of Spencer Baptist Church in Spindale.

He is survived by daughter, Cynthia Smith Watson, and husband Steve of Asheville, brother, Boyce Smith of California, three grandsons, and one great-granddaughter.

The funeral service was held at Spencer Baptist Church on March 13, 2022, with Rev. Dr. Bruce Caldwell officiating.

Memorials may be made to Western NC Baptist Home; Attn.; Karen Jetty; 213 Richmond Hill Dr.; Asheville, NC 28806, or Spencer Baptist Church; 187 N. Oak St. Spindale, NC 28160 or Western Star Masonic Lodge #91; 116 Harris St. Rutherfordton, NC 28139.