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James “Mack” M. Smith, Jr.

Date of Death: July 1, 2017

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Saturday 7/8, 4:00 pm

Laurel Hill Christian Church
378 Laurel Hill Way
Strasburg, VA 22641

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At a later date in West Virginia

James “Mack” Smith, Jr. of Frederick County, Virginia, died Saturday, July 1, 2017, at Winchester Medical Center.

Mack was born in 1954, in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of the late Barbara Jean and James M. Smith. He was a graduate of Sherman High School, Class of 1971, Boone County, West Virginia, and attended West Virginia Tech. Mack was formerly a coal miner with Armco Steel in Twilight, West Virginia and retired from there. Later on, he worked and retired as a Security Guard with USIS. He was a member of the Laurel Hill Christian Church in Lebanon Church, Virginia, where he was an active and faithful member.

Mack was an endowment member of the NRA, member of the UMWA, and a gun enthusiast. He was a military and civil war history buff collecting military memorabilia and firearms. Mack was a fan of Bluegrass music, science fiction movies, and enjoyed reading.

He married Katherine Rogahn on September 21, 1991, in Charleston, West Virginia.

Surviving with his wife is his brother, John S. “Steve” Smith (Cathy Morris), of Nellis, West Virginia; brother in law, Kurt Rogahn (Lynn) of Cedar Rapids, IA; several aunts and many cousins and dear friends.

A celebration of life will be conducted at 4:00 PM on Saturday, July 8, 2017, at Laurel Hill Christian Church, 378 Laurel Hill Way, Strasburg, Virginia, with Pastor Alan Gray officiating. Everyone is invited to stay for a time of food and fellowship immediately after the celebration. Interment will be at a later date in West Virginia.

Memorial contributions may be made in memory of Mack to Laurel Hill Christian Church, 378 Laurel Hill Way, Strasburg, Virginia, 22641.

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Location Not Available
Saturday 7/8, 4:00 pm

Laurel Hill Christian Church
378 Laurel Hill Way
Strasburg, VA 22641

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At a later date in West Virginia

James “Mack” Smith, Jr. of Frederick County, Virginia, died Saturday, July 1, 2017, at Winchester Medical Center. Mack was born in 1954, in Charleston, West Virginia, the son of the late Barbara Jean and James M. Smith. He was a graduate of Sherman High School, Class of 1971, Boone County, West Virginia, and attended WestContinue Reading

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Cheryl clark ( Pelphrey) left a message on July 9, 2017:
Sorry for your loss knew him pretty well but I graduated with his brother Steven plus we were related to his family I think Barbara's side
Cheryl clark ( Pelphrey) left a message on July 9, 2017:
Sorry for the loss I remember him well and plus I graduated with his brother Steven and we were related to them on my daddy's side.
D. Harris left a message on July 8, 2017:
Dear Family, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your dear loved one and send you my sincere condolences. May you find comfort from God's word at Revelation 21:3,4 and John 5:28,29. Heartfelt prayers are with you during this difficult time.
Jeannie Adkins left a message on July 6, 2017:
I'm so sorry for your loss Mackie was a all around good guy and a good friend tell Steve my prayers are with him and the family .
Mary ann evans kinder and todd left a message on July 5, 2017:
So sorry for your loss, Mackie was a great guy we grew up with these guys, give steve our best tell him we are thinking of him.
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Sue Barker Baire left a message on July 5, 2017:
Macky, as I called him, & I grew up together. We were school mates fro grade school thru high school. His parents & my parents were dear friends so we spent a lot of time together. He was such a mild-mannered guy; a true gentleman.I haven't seen him in years but one day I will meet up w/him in heaven. May God comfort & strengthen you at this time.
Lynn B Rogahn left a message on July 4, 2017:
Mack's smile and laugh could light up a room. When our children first met their new Uncle Mack, they took to him immediately. Our son Dan and Mack shared many stories about books they both read. Two years ago Dan's son met Mack and enjoyed learning tidbits about the Civil War from him. Mack was indeed a gentle giant. He will be missed.
George Sulea left a message on July 4, 2017:
To a Friend, a Brother, and one of the best souls I've ever known. Rest in Heaven's Embrace my old friend, and be at peace.
Omps Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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