James R. Smith
James Roy Smith, age 88, passed away on April 28th, 2022 at his home surrounded by his family. He died after a courageous battle of Pancreatic Cancer, able to stay home with the help of his family and South Shore Hospice.
James (Roy) is survived by his beloved wife of 63 years Sandra (Cody) Smith. Loving father of Sandy Messia and her husband Bob of Randolph, Jimmy Smith and his wife Charlene of Bridgewater, Steven Smith and his wife Maria of Plymouth, Jo-Anne Horn and her husband Gerard of Norwalk CT, Catherine Moran and her husband David of Weymouth and Christine Smith of Rockland. Devoted grandfather to his 13 grandchildren and 5 great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters Alice Manning of Braintree and Barbara Cody of Greenwich CT, and many nieces and nephews. Roy was pre-deceased by his parents James Royal and Alice Smith and his brother Richard Smith, all of Quincy.
Roy grew up in Quincy and graduated in the first class of Archbishop Williams of Braintree. He worked at Sigma Instruments in South Braintree for many years until his retirement. Roy was a Past Grand Knight at the Holbrook Knights of Columbus. He was first and foremost a family man, who loved his wife, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren beyond words. Roy also enjoyed to hunt and fish with his family and friends. He loved his dogs and gardening.
Funeral from the Hurley Currie Funeral Home, 127 So. Franklin St. (Rt. 37), Holbrook on Wednesday, May 4th at 9:15am followed by a funeral mass at St. Joseph Church in Holbrook. Relatives and friends are respectfully invited to attend. Visiting hours will be held Tuesday May 3rd from 4-7pm. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society or the South Shore Hospice.
Guestbook
First Name: Nancy
Last Name: Schuhwerk
City: Weymouth
State: MA
Country: Plymouth
Entry Date: 05/01/2022
Think of you all during this difficult time. May your fondest memories provide comfort and peace.
Much love,
Nancy
First Name: Susan
Last Name: Tardif
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 05/02/2022
So sorry to you all sending thoughts and prayers. Papa was a big part of everyone lives. We will miss him every day.
First Name: Esther & William
Last Name: Rowell
City: Randolph
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 05/02/2022
Sandy, family, brothers and sisters. So sorry on the passing of your beloved dad. Grandfather great grandfather. May he Rest In Peace. Always cherish the fond memories he has given to you all.
First Name: Mel and Ellie
Last Name: Ahearn
City: Plymouth
State: MA
Country: Plymouth
Entry Date: 05/02/2022
50 years of friendship and memories we will always have. RIP our friend. Love Ellie and Mel.
First Name: Maryann
Last Name: Elmore
City: Weymouth
State: MA
Country: United States
Entry Date: 05/02/2022
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family Cathy
First Name: Darrylle (Donahue)
Last Name: Curran
City: Norwell
State: MA
Country: USA
Entry Date: 05/02/2022
So sorry to read this obituary...he was most definitely a wonderful man!
First Name: Steve
Last Name: Healey
City:
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 05/03/2022
To the Smith Family,
We are so sorry to hear about your Dad's passing.
May you cherish the wonderful memories.
"Rest in Peace Mr. Smith"
The Healey Family
First Name: Ruth and Jerry
Last Name: Ford
City: Holbrook
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 05/03/2022
We are so sorry to hear of Roy's passing. We have many years of fond memories!. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all for peace in your hearts. Ruth and Jerry
First Name: Jane
Last Name: Campbell
City: Braintree
State: MA
Country:
Entry Date: 05/03/2022
May he rest in pease. My thought s and prayers are with
You and your family at this sorrowful time.