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James Donald "Jamie" McAlister Jr.

James Donald "Jamie" McAlister Jr. obituary, Taylors, SC

James McAlister Obituary

James "Jamie" Donald McAlister Jr.

Taylors

James "Jamie" Donald McAlister Jr., 42, of Taylors, went to be with his Lord and Savior on January 28th, 2013.

Born in Atlanta, GA, the son of Paulette Humphries and the late James Donald McAlister Sr., he is fondly known around the Upstate simply as "Jamie Mac." He was a talented musician and singer who entertained thousands while hosting trivia shows, karaoke, and doing Deejay services for many businesses and private parties throughout the state.

Jamie Mac was full of life and determined to enjoy it. Often seen in the company of his friends or family, Jamie was known on several occasions to jump on stage with other entertainers (often without invitation) and jam with them. His energy was contagious as he made sure that everyone in the room was having a good time. He was always the life of the party and will be dearly missed by many.

Surviving are his mother; his sisters, Kimberly Wynn, Donna Karrer and Debbie McAlister; his brothers, Jeffrey McAlister and Chris Humphries; uncle, Ed "Tinker" Cole; godparents, Ralph and Cheryl Hardeman; and his beloved girlfriend, Kelley Jones.

The family wishes to thank the Green Team with the Hospice of Northeast Georgia.

A memorial service will be held Friday, February 1, 2013, at 12:30 at Mitchell Road Presbyterian Church. Visitation will follow the memorial service.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Hospice of Northeast Georgia Medical Center Inc., 2150 Limestone Parkway, Suite 222, Gainesville, GA 30501.

Published by The Greenville News on Jan. 31, 2013.
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Am sorry for the family and will miss Jamie very much. He was a good friend and will miss seeing him and him singing.

Becky Townsend

February 7, 2013

God puts us in places for a reason. You entered my life when I needed confidence. You gave that to me through singing karaoke and allowing me to duet with you and your amazing voice. After many years of absence, I tried so hard to find you again. And I just happened to be in Greenville Monday night when they had a special party for you. I was there - and I pray that you somehow know that. I've missed you for so long and am saddened I didn't get the chance to tell you that in person and say "Hi" just one more time....one more song. You are forever in my heart, and I was blessed to be your friend. Until we meet again...Gretchen

Gretchen Combs

February 6, 2013

I will miss u buddy. the golf games and your horrible swing. but we had fun and lived life to the full joy. R.I.P MY FRIEND

Kevin McCartney

February 4, 2013

Jamie Mac, we will miss you and all the great times we had together but we know that you are having a great time singing with Daddy Mac now!

Steve & Debbie Segars

February 2, 2013

Jamie I will always remember you with a smile. Singing duets with you at Chief's, back in the day, was always the highlight of my week. You will be sorely missed.

Regina Blackwell

February 2, 2013

Jamie, you made Tuesday nights so special for me and so many of my friends and neighbors - with your weekly team trivia. I want to thank you for giving us so many good times with you. We will miss you more than you could know and it's just not going to be the same without you. Godspeed, brother!

Scott Honea

February 2, 2013

Jamie,
I will miss you and the great times we had. Karaoke, Trivia, Concerts, etc, all was always filled with laughter and joy! Thanks for teaching me to make a rose out of a napkin! :-)
Rest in peace my friend, our paths will cross again!

Jens Vonnahme

February 1, 2013

Jamie, I was shocked to hear of your passing. I can say that I am truly blessed to have known you. You were so talented and you always carried a smile with you. You will be missed by so many people. I can also say that I will see you again in heaven. You are singing with the angel's now....

B Lollis

January 31, 2013

Sweet brother-in-law, you are loved and missed. I'm so thankful for the years we were able to spend with you. Your laugh and energy was infectious. Will sure did love his Uncle Mac and you were always so proud of both him and Ella Grey. You're always dear to our hearts, sweet man. Looking forward to hugging you again one day and hearing your voice.

Humphries Anna

January 31, 2013

"Jamie, Even though you were my Brother-in-Law for only 5 years, I will always remember how nice you were to me when we visited, and how you, Paulette and Kim so easily accepted and welcomed me into your family. I will always remember the time when we tagged along with you to one of your DJ gigs and I got to hear you sing to the crowd....what an incredible voice you had. You will be missed."

Michelle Humphries

January 31, 2013

I am really going to miss you. Growing up, you were like the brother I never had. Go Cowboys!!

DJ Livengood

January 31, 2013

Jamie,
Even though I have not seen you in some time. I still think of you often, and always will. Sometimes, I run across something of your Dad's here..a pic, a CD, a hat and I think of the amazing love Don had for his children. I have spoke often of the greatest love for his children I have ever witnessed was the love that Don had for his kids. I am sure there was a joyous celebration when
he met you with open arms in heaven. RIP

Kelly Rushton

January 31, 2013

Jamie was certainly a good man, and the life of whatever party he was at. I had the pleasure of meeting him when I arrived here 17 years ago...He was a jewel...Turn up the mike Jamie ...so we can hear you up there...

James "Jimbo" Cook

January 31, 2013

Jamie, you will be greatly missed. I am so glad I was able to get to meet you when you came to work at the Olive Garden, & we stayed friends for years...You will be greatly missed

Joy Decker

January 31, 2013

The world is a little darker without you in it. I have tons of good memories from our years of working together at TOG and friendship. I'll miss running into you when I visit Greenville. I hope you are spinning some great tunes in Heaven!

Cindy Borden-Mercer

January 31, 2013

We shared so much laughter & even some tears...What a great friendship for so many years. "GO BRAVES"! I love you! You will be greatly missed. Always, kat

Kathy Harvey

January 31, 2013

So sad to read this. We had lots of fun times. I will never hear Piano Man and not be able not to think of you. You were a man full of life and always very personable. Dont think you ever met a stranger. Praying for your friends and family.

Shanna Wingard

January 31, 2013

Jamie I know I will see you again one day! I love you and we will meet again! Aunt Dar

January 31, 2013

We have some fond memories of our days at Chiefs and playing music. You and "Daddy Mac" can play sweet music in heaven together again. God Bless -
Ed and Kitty Wolcott, and Ed Tolson "ET"

Kitty Wolcott

January 31, 2013

God has received a wonderful angel! All the good times and laughes throughout the years will be remembered always. I am so saddened by the news but I know you will make your presense in heaven with Daddy Mac! Will miss you oddles and oodles!

Nancy Bene-Perfect

January 31, 2013

All the angels in heaven will have someone to play their favorite music now. You were a kind-hearted and fun loving person who always made me smile. I will surely miss the times we shared. This is only the beginning, my friend. Until we meet again......

Duane Long

January 31, 2013

Jamie Mac... You will be missed so greatly. The best karaoke duet partner ever! Our family thinks the world of you. We know you are rejoicing with your dad and Jesus in Heaven! We love you!

Allie Holroyd

January 30, 2013

We love you Jamie, you were a part of our family. We will never forget you.

Chuck and Summer Crawford

January 30, 2013

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