Wednesday, March 13, 2024 8:41 am

James Edward Kimbrell, Sr., age 85, died Tuesday, March 5, 2024.

James was born October 1, 1938 in Rutherford County to the late Joseph Archie Kimbrell and Lillian Phillips Kimbrell. He managed the Pea Ridge Convenience Center for several years. He was also a carpenter for various textile mills for many years.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 54 years, Juanita Kimbrell; son, Jeff Kimbrell; brothers, Joe Kimbrell, Tommy Kimbrell, Kenneth "Babe" Kimbrell and sister, Nancy Waters.

Those left to treasure his memory are his sons, James Edward Kimbrell, Jr. (Teresa) of Forest City and Jerry Lee Kimbrell (Tammy) of Forest City; brother, Earl Kimbrell of Sandy Mush, eight grandchildren, 10 great-grandchildren.

The funeral was held March 8 at Harrelson Funeral Chapel with Rev. Anna Tate Coffey officiating.

Memorial donations requested to Hospice of Carolina Foothills, PO Box 336, Forest City, NC 28043.

An online guest registry is available at www.harrelsonfuneralhome.com

Harrelson Funeral and Cremation Services is serving the family.