James Randolph Smith

James Randolph Smith, age 66, of Valdosta, Georgia, passed away on Friday, September 19, 2025, surrounded by family. Born on June 30, 1959, in Valdosta, GA to the late parents, Fred Lavon Smith and Annie Mae Smith.

James was a dedicated supervisor at the Union Camp Corporation for 35 years. He loved to restore classic cars with his brother, Dennis. He cherished his time with his family and grandchildren. He was considered a simple man.

He is preceded in death by his parents; his beloved wife, Deborah Ketring Smith; and his brothers, Fred Thomas Smith and Calvin Wesley Smith.

He is survived by his daughter, Ashley Smith Frier of Lakeland, GA; his sons, Justin Randolph Smith ( Ashley ) of Valdosta, GA, and Dustin Lavon Smith (Kayla Farmer) of Valdosta, GA; grandchildren, Jordan, Braelyn, Clayton, Taylor, Caralese, Tanner, Avah, Summer, Kayla, Emily, Karlynn and ; brothers, Dennis Smith (Cheryl) of Valdosta, GA and John Smith of Boston, MA; and sister, Barbara Bennet of Valdosta, GA and numerous nieces, nephews and extended family.

Services will be held at 2:00pm, Monday, September 22, 2025, in the Chapel of Music Funeral Services in Valdosta, GA. Burial to follow at Ousley Baptist Church. The family will receive friends one hour prior. Kind words and expressions of sympathy can be left for the family at www.musicfuneralservices.com. The Smith family is being served by the professional and caring staff of Music Funeral Services of Valdosta.