James Leland Smith

James Leland Smith of Liberty Borough, passed away on his 93rd birthday, Sunday, December 8, 2024 at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born December 8, 1931 in McKeesport and was the son of the late Clarence J. and Aurelia D. (Nix) Smith. James was a member of Faith Lutheran Church, White Oak and was also a member of the former St. John Lutheran Church in Glassport where he served as President of Church Council. He was retired from Teledyne Firth Sterling and was a US Army Veteran serving during the Korean War. For his service, he received the National Defense Service Medal and the Good Conduct Medal. James was a member of the Glassport and Port Vue Old Timers Softball League, worked with Junior Achievement through Teledyne and also coached Little League Baseball. He always enjoyed watching his grandson, Jared's Baseball and Basketball games over the years. He was a 1949 graduate of Glassport High School. "Jimmy" Smith always smiled and was loved by everyone. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Maxine M. (Weaver) Smith, daughters, Jamie (Dale) Cunning of Elizabeth Township and Marcy (Frank) Gossman of Glassport, grandson, Jared Cunning and great-granddaughter, Penelope Cunning of Elizabeth Township. There is no visitation. Funeral Service will be held Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 12 noon at Faith Lutheran Church, 1656 Lincoln Way, White Oak. (Everyone please meet at the church). Military Honors will follow. Private Interment will be at Jefferson Memorial Park, Pleasant Hills. The family would like to thank Larry and Leigh from AHN Hospice and Jimmy's Caregiver, Anthony. Arrangements are by Gilbert Funeral Home and Crematory, Inc., 1638 Lincoln Way, White Oak. (412) 672-6322 Troy J. Gilbert, Director. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in James' name may be made to Faith Lutheran Church, 1656 Lincoln Way, White Oak, PA 15131. Condolences may be made at Gilbertfuneralhomeandcrematory.com