James H. Smith

AUBURN – James H. Smith, 82, of Field Avenue, Auburn, died Wednesday June 30, 2021, at his home, with his family at his side. He was born in Lewiston, on July 5, 1938, a son of the late Herbert and Lois (Laslie) Smith. He was educated in local schools and graduated from Edward Little High School class of 1957.

Jim married his true love the former Dorothea Spiller on May 16, 1958. Together they settled on Field Avenue and started to raise their family. He worked for Hood’s Printing for over 40 years, a job he enjoyed and made many friends along the way. Jim was a swim coach for many-many years at the Auburn-Lewiston YMCA, he also was the head swim coach for Edward Little Girls and Boys for several years. He was a Charter Member of the Central Maine Swim Officials, officiating all levels of competition. He enjoyed golfing with family and friends. In his younger years he coached Little League Baseball.

He is survived by his three children, Ronald Smith and his wife Ann Marie of Greene, Pamela Gallant and her husband Jeffrey of Poland and Lori Smith and her companion Gary Currier of Minot; five grandchildren, Michelle, Laura, Joseph and wife Jessica, Adam and wife Sarah and Callie; and three great-grandchildren, Madelynn, Natalie, and Wyatt.

He was predeceased by a brother, Robert Smith.

On line condolences can be shared at http://www.thefortingroupauburn.com.

A private Graveside Service will be held at a later date. Arrangements are under the direction of The Fortin Group Funeral Homes, Cremation and Monument Services, 217 Turner St., Auburn 783-8545.

In lieu of flowers a donation can be made to YMCA or YWCA.