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James "Jimmy" H. Elder

July 29, 1947 - May 18, 2020
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Visitation
Union Grove United Methodist Church
Thursday 5/21, 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Vance Brooks Funeral Home - PC
3738 Hwy 431 North / 280 West
Phenix City, AL 36867
Friday 5/22, 2:00 pm
Cemetery
Vance Brooks Funeral Home - PC
3738 Hwy 431 North / 280 West
Phenix City, AL 36867
Friday 5/22, 12:00 am

Due to Covid 19 Social Distancing guidelines still being in place, limits may be placed on the number of people allowed in the funeral home at any one time. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. James “Jimmy” H. Elder, age 72, resident of Phenix City, Alabama, passed away on Monday, May 18, 2020Continue Reading

Larry and Cathy Weaver left a message on May 22, 2020:
We have known the Elder family since childhood.  There is no finer example of a son carrying out his parents’ legacy of love and grace  than Jimmy Elder. We are so very sad to hear of his passing. You could always guarantee getting a smile from Jimmy and he never failed to ask about the family and how everyone was doing. He loved to keep my mother informed about the status of her favorite cookies (Mallomars) and their seasonal appearance on store shelves. ❤️ Jimmy will be greatly missed.  Rest in Heaven, friend. 
Randy Alexander left a message on May 22, 2020:
I’m so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr.Elder I met him with the Phenix city school system and he was a coach assistant he had a wonderful spirit about himself always had a smile to his family our loss is heavens gain he really will be missed praying for this family
Dennis Gaines left a message on May 20, 2020:
I grew up with Jimmy and graduated Central with him.В  There was a direct path from the back of his house to mine on 43rd Street.В  We shared suppers a lot.В  I hope somewhere over the years he shared with his family the story about the slippery pork chop at the supper table at my house. So sorry to hear of his passing.
Jeff Haines left a message on May 20, 2020:
We are so sorry about the loss of Jimmy. Jimmy worked with my father at Nabisco during Jimmy's first decade with the company. Although my father retired in the late 1970's , we still periodically would see Jimmy through the years. He was a very good man and will be truly missed.В
[email protected] left a message on May 20, 2020:
A Southern gentleman for sure.В  Gonna miss you my friend...loved you like a brother.В  Fly high with the Angels.
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Lewis Ingram left a message on May 20, 2020:
To the family of Jimmy I am sorry for your loss. I knew him for more than 40 years and considered him a friend.
Linda Brown left a message on May 20, 2020:
Joe, I'm so very sorry to hear that you have lost your Father.В  My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Marilyn and Bobby Bush left a message on May 20, 2020:
So deeply sorry for your loss. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron Nelson left a message on May 20, 2020:
Chris and Casey so sorry for you loss. Your Dad was a great man. RIP Jimmy.
Susan Nevels Binns left a message on May 20, 2020:
Jimmy and I grew up together and were classmates at Central High. He remained the same pleasant and kind man throughout his lifetime. He will be greatly missed by all who knew and respected Him. My deepest sympathy to Jimmy’s family.
Vicki Albright Thames left a message on May 20, 2020:
I have known Jimmy since 1973. He was definitely a southern gentleman who never met a stranger. He was a great friend.В 
Joe, Nicole and family, I hadn't talked to Jimmy in a while and was shocked to hear of his death. He was a great guy. My condolences and prayers are with all of you.В
Vance Brooks left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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