Arthur James Smith III

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Arthur James Smith III

<p>Arthur 'Jay' Smith is survived by a wife, six children, grandchildren, great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews, cousins and people who really loved him...just as much as he loved all of us. Jay was the glue of the family. Calm, collected, and non-confrontational. A true California surfer at heart, who be-bopped to The Beach Boys.</p><p><br></p><p>As a young man he volunteered and enlisted in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War where he served a tour in Bien Hoa, Vietnam. He served as Military Police and survived several base attacks.</p><p><br></p><p>After Vietnam, Jay, along with his parents and sister, migrated to Oregon. Jay served as a Cottage Grove Police Sergeant; a career he had great love for. This career influenced him all his life. After retiring from the police force due to injury in the line of duty, Jay delved into his true skill and passion, carpentry. He was well versed at what he did and eventually managed and ran his own company. He eventually became a jack of all trades.</p><p><br></p><p>In retirement he poured his love and time into his family, with his grandkids bringing him the most pride and joy. Jay celebrated 28 wonderful happy years with his wife, Vicki. Soulmates and Best Friends would be an understatement. They were one soul in two bodies. The strongest of teams with an alliance that couldn't be broke, not even by the many kids and grandkids running around.</p><p><br></p><p>Jay had a strong faith and love for God and you could see it in his everyday actions. Husband, Otter Father, Salmon, Papa, Pokky 'Pok', uncle, cousin, friend, faithful servant and biggest catch. Jay has "Gone Fishing" on the best river in Heaven and will be missed more than we have words for.</p><p><br></p>
July 6, 1952 - January 25, 202507/06/195201/25/2025
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Michael Gonzales

February 05, 2025

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Uncle, you were always there will growing up From haven fun or just to talk You taught me things that I will remember & cherish We all love you uncle
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The Knight Family

February 03, 2025

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Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
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Garrett Taylor

January 31, 2025

The planting of 1 memorial tree in the honor of Arthur James Smith III has been arranged by Garrett Taylor. Plant a tree
I promise to do better and be better. A better man, father, partner, and all. Love you. You were more of a dad to me than my own father. Love you.
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-Twin

January 31, 2025

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To the greatest man in the world.I love you Uncle Jay.
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Anonymous

January 30, 2025

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Thank you Jay! For all the things you have done for everyone throughout your life.