It is with regret we announce the passing of James Stanley Smartt, age 73, of Flintville, TN. A graveside service will be held at 2:30 pm on Saturday, January 29, 2022, at Lincoln Cemetery with Bro. Eddie Graves officiating. Visitation with the family will be from 12 pm to 2 pm on Saturday at Higgins Funeral Home.
Stanley was born December 14, 1948, in Lincoln County, TN to the late Wiley and Josephine Henderson Smartt. He was a member of Lincoln Baptist Church and he worked as a painter and a truck driver. He also ran Jeans Café at Flintville for several years, and later retired as Custodian from Flintville School. Stanley passed away January 24, 2022, at Lincoln Medical Center.
Survivors include his wife of 52 years, Carol Marty Smartt; son, Barry (Tammy) Smartt of Flintville; sister, Nancy Smartt of Rogersville, AL; and grandson, Cole Smartt. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Higgins Funeral Home is honored to serve the family of James Stanley Smartt.
We miss you so much. You will forever be in my heart. Miss you and love you.
Dear Carol. It’s been a very long time since we have seen our family in Tennessee. We are very saddened for you and family for the loss of your husband, Stanley. We sincerely hope that God will comfort you and carry you through this dark and difficult time. May Stanley Rest In Peace in God’s holy arms.
Carol, I am so sorry to hear this. I thought so much of Stanley, I was happy to see him a few weeks ago. You and Barry are in my prayers.
My prayers is definitely with you cuz most of my youngest memories I have was in the cafe ! I know he will be deeply missed !!! I love you Carol may god be with you in your time of need!
So sorry for your loss. Praying for all the family.
Carol, So sorry to hear of Stanley’s passing, I always enjoyed our conversations when we worked at Flintville school. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Carol and family, sorry to hear about Stanley loved his wit. He will be missed. Our prayers are with you.
Carol we were so sorry to hear about mr.stanley….may God bless you….Jake and Emily snoddy
I am so sorry to hear of carols husband passing. I never met him but carol is an angel. My condolences to the family.
Stanley was a great person and friend. He will truly be missed!! Always enjoy talking to him. Just talked to Stanley Saturday at the Dollar store.. Prayers for the family.
Carol and family. We are so sorry for ya’ll loss he will be missed by so many. May god wrapped his arms around the family and give ya’ll comfort and peace at this difficult time. We love ya’ll very much may god blessed ya’ll.
Worked with Mr. Stanley and his wife Carol at Flintville , what a loving and caring man always talked of his beloved Cole!
Carol & family—- so sorry for the loss of your loved one. May God out His loving arms around you all during this very difficult time 🙏❤️
Carol, so sorry for your loss. Praying for you and all the family
So sorry to hear about Stanley- we always looked forward to getting a Stanley burger – praying for God’s comfort for you all
Carol sorry to hear about Stanley my thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time connie arnold
Stanley was a good friend and always positive and encouraging to me. I will miss seeing him around. My deepest condolences goes to the family.
Carol, so sorry to hear about your loss ,our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours.