James E. (Jim) Rains, age 76, of Caryville passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 23, 2023. He was honored to have served in the United States Air Force, Caryville Volunteer Fire Department, City Council Member and Y-12 facility.

He is preceded in death by parents Albert and Ethel Raines and sister Mary Ruth Walther.

Survived by:

Wife of 53 years Lana J. (Susie) Rains

Sons: Anthony Rains and wife Julie, Mack Rains and wife Anna

Granddaughter: Jordan Rains

Siblings: Wilma Peterson, Bill Raines, Bob Raines, Esco Raines, Henrietta Patterson

A host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends to mourn his passing.

Special thanks extended to Amedisys Hospice team for the love and care they provided.

Family will receive friends 12-2 PM, Saturday, May 27th at Cross-Smith Funeral Home with a Memorial Service at 2 PM in Cross-Smith Chapel, Rev. J. J. Patterson and Rev. Cory Carroll officiating.

Arrangements by Cross-Smith Funeral Home

Condolences may be given online at http://www.cross-smithfuneralhome.com