James C. "Jimmy" Smith, age 58, formerly of Union, died February 26, 2011 at Frisbie Memorial Hospital after a period of failing health.



He was born July 27, 1952 in Rochester, NH the son of Edmund L. and Hannah (Demeritt) Smith. Raised in Union and lived there for many years. He had also resided in Milton, Tamworth and most recently the Colonial Hill in Rochester.



Despite his disabilities he enjoyed music and dancing, he just loved life and had a trademark infectious smile. He brought joy wherever he went, and was loved by not only his family but by everyone who had the pleasure of meeting him. He made a lasting impression and will be sadly missed by all.



Surviving members of his family are his sister Dorothy Rogers and her husband David of Madison, his sister Lena Murray of Wake Forest, NC, his sister Shirley Downs and her husband Arthur of Milton, his brother Edmund Smith Jr. and his wife Monique of Union, his brother David Smith and Linda of Middleton, and his brother Richard Smith and his wife Diane of Milton, many nieces and nephews.



A Funeral Service will be held in the Spring (to be announced). Peaslee Funeral Home 24 Central Street Farmington is in charge of arrangements.

For online condolences please visit www.peasleefuneralhome.com