1958
2013
James C. "Bimbo" Rathbone
Canton - James Charles "Bimbo" Rathbone, age 54, passed away on Monday, January 28, 2013 at Memorial Campus of Mission Hospitals.
A native and lifelong resident of Haywood County, he was a son of the late James Ronald and Ora Mae Kuykendall Rathbone. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his first wife, Keitha Ann Cope, who died in 1994.
He is survived by two sons, Chris and Todd Rathbone, both of Canton; one sister, Jennifer Earley of Canton; five brothers, Ricky, Ronnie, Randy, and Kevin Rathbone, all of Canton, and Tommy Rathbone of Gaffney, South Carolina; and two grandchildren, Christopher Sherrill and James Dalton Rathbone.
A private family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Wells Funeral Home & Cremation Services of Canton is in charge of the arrangements.
For those who desire, an online memorial register is available at "Obituaries" at www.wellsfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
6 Entries
Eva Rathbone
February 4, 2013
Im very sorry to hear about his passing. Love and prayers out to Jen, Kev, Tommy, Ricky, and Randy, and all the family. Much love to Todd and Chris.
Angel Rathbone Thompson
January 29, 2013
I am so sorry for your loss. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.
Janice H. Fisher
January 29, 2013
So sad tonight. I loved Bimbo like a little brother. We had wonderful memories together. Praying for my family and wishing I could be there.
January 29, 2013
So sorry for your loss, I will always remember his smile. Thinking of you.
Miriam Keeter
January 29, 2013
Thinking of all of you this morning. So sorry to hear the news. You will all be in our prayers. Love you!
David, Heather and Zack
Heather Fisher
January 29, 2013
Showing 1 - 6 of 6 results
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read moreWhat kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read moreWe'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreIf you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read moreLegacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read moreThey're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read more