Billy "B.J." James Smith, 47, passed away Wednesday, September 9, 2020.   He was born September 16, 1972, in Paragould to James and Pamela Smith.

B.J. was preceded in death by his mother, Pamela Smith.

Survivors include his father, James Smith; sons, Dillan (Samantha) Smith and Chris (Cheyenne) Smith; brother, Marty Smith; sister, Janie Zorn Smith; grandchildren, Caleb, Claire, Carter, Carlie, Conner, Emmett, and Annabelle.

A graveside service will be Saturday, September 12, at 3 p.m. at Providence Cemetery on Highway 34 E.