James Rodney Smith

James “Hootie” Rodney Smith, 51, passed away Monday April 25, 2022. He is the son of the late James Oxendine and Dorothy Brewer. His mother passed away at a young age and he was raised by his mom, Betty Raye Oxendine.

Funeral services will be held 12:00PM Saturday, April 30, 2022 at Gordon Funeral Chapel, 1904 Lancaster Ave., Monroe, NC 28112, with burial at Lakeland Memorial Park. Visitation will be 11:00AM to 11:45AM prior to the service. A reception will follow the burial at Love Baptist Church Fellowship Hall, 707 Deese Rd., Monroe, NC 28110.

James graduated from Sun Valley High School, Class of ’89. He was a member of Grace Baptist Church of Indian Trail and enjoyed sharing the gospel. He worked at Walmart Distribution Center in Pageland, SC for over 20 years. James loved Duke Blue Devils and Coach K. He was a devoted father, husband, son and grandfather. He was always of service to others and would help whenever needed. He loved to cook and try new restaurants. James had a great sense of humor, was very honest and always “kept it real”.

James is survived by his wife of 28 years, Angela Smith; son Josiah Smith of Wingate; three daughters, Anna Smith Underwood (Matt) of Monroe, Alissia Smith of Wingate and Alexis Smith of Wingate; brother, Michael Mangum of Latta, SC; sister Tami Chastain of Lumberton, NC; one granddaughter Kamilah Angela-Renee Ross and many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Judes Childrens Hospital, 501 St. Judes Place, Memphis TN 38105 or Community Shelter of Union County, 160 Meadow Street, Monroe, NC 28112.

Online condolences may be at www.gordonfuneralservice.com

Gordon Funeral Service & Crematory is caring for the Smith family.