James Murray Smith – Affectionately known as “Jimbo”, of Wiarton, and formerly of Oliphant, passed away peacefully at Lee Manor, Owen Sound, on Wednesday December 7, 2022 at the age of 92 years. Devoted husband and best friend of Carol (nee Knox) for 64 years. Dear father of Linda Smith (Ron West), of Wiarton. Cherished “Papa” of Carolynn Taylor (Matt McKellar), of Glencoe, and Jamie Williamson, of Wiarton. Brother of Alex Smith (Marion), of Amherstburg, Mary (late Peter Carver), of Kincardine, and Ester (Blair Buchanan), of Whitby. Jim will be sadly missed by his many nieces and nephews, and son-in-law, Joe Taylor, of Wiarton. Predeceased by his parents, Murray and Helen Smith; brother, Bill Smith (Catherine); and his daughters, Carole Ann Smith-Taylor, and Patricia Lynn Smith. Family wish to thank Dr. VanZyl and the staff of Lee Manor for the wonderful care given to Jim. Private family arrangements entrusted to the Thomas C. Whitcroft Funeral Home & Chapel, Sauble Beach (519) 422-0041. Donations to the Bruce Peninsula Hospitals Foundation (Wiarton) would be appreciated. Condolences may be expressed online at www.whitcroftfuneralhome.com