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James Outlaw Obituary
Outlaw
1934-
2019
Panama City Beach, FL- James William "Jim" Outlaw, 84, of Panama City Beach, Fl passed away
Thursday, March 21, 2019.
Jim is survived by his wife, Peggy; daughter, Stacey Thompson (Mark);
sons, Lyle and Jim; two grandsons, Conner and Spencer; sister, Francis
Thomson; step-sons, Steve Havican (Stephanie), Dave Havican, Dusty
Havican (Lauren); grandchildren, Karson, Maggie, Skyla and several
other living relatives.
Jim was born July 27, 1934 in Miami, FL to O. Stanley Outlaw and
Minnie Outlaw. He graduated from Coral Gables High School in 1952
and the University of Miami. He served in the United States Army for
two years.
Jim had such a love of music. While in college, Jim and some friends
created a band. He enjoyed playing small gigs that included radio
station WRUF in Gainesville, FL. He inspired his two grandsons, to get
into music. They were the pride of his life when they started playing for
their church.
After 32 years of service, Jim retired from BellSouth and AT&T in
Columbus, GA. He met Peggy and moved to Panama City Beach, FL.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date in Columbus, GA
and Panama City Beach, FL.
Those wishing to extend condolences may do so at
www.heritagefhllc.com
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Conner Thompson
April 30, 2019
I can still remember the first day I fretted a chord on one of your old guitars. Thank you for giving both my brother and me the gift of music that, as you've proven well, lasts a lifetime. I hope you sitting on another beach somewhere -- not so far away -- fretting those same chords that we used to, and writing a beautiful tune for your wife, Peggy, for which I know she awaits eagerly.
Spencer Thompson
April 9, 2019
I'll always be thankful for your love and your music. Without you, I wouldn't have music in my life - what I consider to be the greatest joy in my life. I love you Grandad, I hope you and Johnnie are hanging in Heaven as I type this.
Peggy Outlaw
April 7, 2019
Have I told you lately that I love you was a song Jim sang to me numerous times, as most recent as a week before passing. Jim gave me 29 years of ultimate happiness. Keep on singing my sweetheart.
I miss you sooo much
Harley Privette
April 6, 2019
You are in our prayers..May God be with you all always..Our love to all...Rosalie and Harley Privette
Your daughter Stacey
April 6, 2019
What an amazing Dad, husband and friend. His gentle spirit and beautiful smile will never be forgotten. With a guitar and a superb voice, he invited you to sing along, or just sit back and enjoy some well memorized tunes. He gave my sons the gift of music and they are using their talent in worship each week. You made the world a much better place Dad and touched so many others with your kindness. I miss you!
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