james claudie smitherman jr

He was born August 19, 1942 in Clanton, Alabama, son of the late Claudie Smitherman and the late Myrtle Knight.
He was a Carpet Layer.
Surviving are his Wife, Nina Elaine Smitherman; Son, Braxton Todd Smitherman; Daughter, Angie Rollan; Grandson, Matthew (Tiffany) Rollan; Grandson, Kodi Rollan; Great-Granddaughter, Alexis Rollan; Great-Grandson, Mason Rollan; Sister, Lula Bell Cleckler; Sister, Louise Smith.
He was preceded in death by His Father, Claudie Smitherman, Sr.; Mother, Myrtle Knight.
Friends will be received Monday, March 29, 2021 from 12:00 p.m. to 12:45 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Parlor B.
Funeral Service will be held, March 29, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. at Martin Funeral Home Chapel with Tony Smitherman officiating.
Martin Funeral Home directing.
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