November 19, 85,
James Person, 85, passed away on Tuesday, November 19, 2019, at Cape Fear Valley Medical Center in Fayetteville.
Jim was born in Wayne County on September 9, 1934 to the late James Person and Pauline Pate Walker. He was preceded in death by his first love, Della Westbrook Person. Jim proudly served his country in the United States Army.
For many years, Jim was in the printing industry having owned his own printing company and later in sales of printing equipment. Jim will most recently be remembered for his food truck where he served Papa’s Funnel Cakes. He had a huge heart, always giving and reaching out to others, there wasn’t a stranger he hadn’t met. Jim loved to make people laugh. Most would remember the joy that Jim’s presence would bring. Jim had been devoted to his church, First Baptist Church of Fayetteville. He had been involved in many activities where he utilized his gifts and abilities to share the love of God. Above all, he loved spending time with his family and friends. He will be missed.
The family will receive friends on Friday, November 22, 2019 from 1:00 – 2:00 p.m. at Seymour Funeral Home followed by a service to celebrate Jim’s life at 2:00 p.m. in the chapel with Rev. John Blackman officiating. Interment will be in the Lancaster Family Cemetery on Patetown Road.
Jim is survived by his love of almost 13 years, Laura Webb Person; children, James Michael “Jim” Person and wife Judith Lund Person, Judi Pechtel and husband Bob, Curtis Webb and wife Darlene, Ray Webb, and David Webb; grandchildren, Emily Rae Person, Tyler James Person, Robert Webb (Melanie), Becky Andrews, Laura Jolly (Kris), Amber Garris, Curtis Webb, Billy Webb, Jefferson Webb, and Noelle Webb; and great-grandchildren, Jennifer, Brandon, Kayla, Palmer, Donald James, Piper, Tristan and Wesley. He is also survived by his sisters, Betty Kearney and Joan Davis, sister-in-law, Faye Person, and special friends, Barry and Rhonda Carter.
In addition to his wife and parents, he was preceded in death by his brother, Frankie Person.
Jim was a proud American; therefore in lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorials be given to any charity benefiting those who serve our country.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.seymourfuneralhome.com.