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James Nathan Smith

Posted 2022-02-28 by mhenderson
Published by The Miner on Feb. 26, 2022 -
Kingman, Arizona -

James Nathan Smith, 62, passed away Jan. 27, 2022 at Kingman Regional
Medical Center.

He was born Sept. 4, 1959 in Orange, California, the son of George Smith
and Grace Thomas.

Jim, as he was called by most, was a very hard worker and took pride in
what he was good at.

He was in the automotive industry since 1988 with companies like Toyota
Honda Chevy Ford Kia as a Service Manager.

He was part of a local bike group, the Desert Road Riders, serving and
donating to the community for 10 years, to organizations like Boys and
Girls Club, Toys 4 Tots and Mutt Matchers.

He idolized John Wayne and also met him. He loved to shoot and he loved
riding his Harleys.

He was no match against Jeopardy and admired Jay Leno’s Garage.

Jim also enjoyed traveling and learning about history.

He was not only known my many but loved by most.

He had nicknames from friends and family like “Later” and “MudDuck.”

Most of all he enjoyed spending time with his children.

Jim is survived by his daughter, Savannah Smith; son, Christopher Till;
granddaughter, Riley Till; partner, Tami Cauthon; and ex-wife, Bonnie
Smith.

Memorial services were held at the Central Church, 112 N. 4th St.,
Kingman, AZ, 86401 on Feb. 26, 2022 with Pastor Tim Rapp. A Celebration
of Life followed services at the VFW Post 10386, 3036 E. John L Ave.,
Kingman, Arizona, 86401.





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