Clarence James Robbins Jr.

Clarence James “Jim” Robbins Jr.,age 88 of Maryville, went home to be with the Lord on December 23, 2017 surrounded by his loving family at home. He was a member of Six Mile Baptist Church. He retired from Bellsouth after 41 years of service. Jim was a veteran of the U.S. Army during the Korean War. He was a long-time volunteer at the Chilhowee Baptist Center. Preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Bertha Robbins. Survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Evonne Robbins; sons and daughters-in-law, Rob and Jeannie Robbins and Brent and Lisa Robbins; daughter and son-in-law, Denise and Gary Best; Seven grandchildren and Five great grandchildren; brother and sister-in-law, Billy and Bobbie Robbins. A Celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Tuesday, December 26, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. in the Smith Trinity Chapel with Rick Myers officiating. The family will receive friends prior to the service starting at 5:00 p.m. Family and friends will assemble at 11:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 27, 2017 at Grandview Cemetery for the graveside service and interment. Donations may be made in Jim’s name to Gideons International / Blount County South Camp PO Box 4035, Maryville TN 37802-4035 or to the Chilhowee Baptist Center, 1905 East Broadway, Maryville TN 37804. Arrangements by Smith Funeral & Cremation Service, Maryville, 983-1000, www.SmithFuneralandCremation.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Clarence James Robbins Jr. please visit our Sympathy Store.