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JAMES VICKERS Obituary

Vickers, James Howard (Jim/Grandy) went to be with the Lord on November 18, 2012, surrounded by family and loved ones. Visitation will be on Tuesday, November 20, 2012 from 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at White Chapel Funeral Home. Funeral services will be on Wednesday, November 21, 2012 at 11:00 am at White Chapel Funeral Home, with burial following in Greenwood Cemetery. Mr. Vickers was born in Jay, Florida, raised in Selma, Alabama and was a long-time resident of Montgomery, Alabama. He was a long-time member of Aldersgate United Methodist Church. Mr. Vickers entered the Army Air Corps in 1943 and retired from the USAF in 1974. Upon his retirement, he had achieved over 22,000 hours flying time in WWII, Berlin Air Lift, Korean War, and Vietnam War having participated in 9 conflicts. After his 30 years of military service, he served the Veteran's Administration for 20 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Reda March Vickers; parents, Hiram M. Vickers, Sr. (Otis Wilson); brother, Hiram M. Vickers, Jr. (Ivye); sister, Sara Vickers Findley (William D.). He is survived by three brothers, Herbert C. Vickers (Louise), Alton M. Vickers (Bert), and Lawrence D. Vickers (Bonnie); five children, James H. Vickers, Jr. (Kathy) of Suwannee, GA, Sharon Dunn (Tim) of Chester, VA, Sharmon Morris (Rev. Dan) of Navarre, FL, Robin Lambert (Chan) of Montgomery, AL and Wesley Vickers (Jackie) of Auburn, AL; thirteen grandchildren, Daniel Dunn (Melanie), Jared Dunn (Beth), Wesley Morris, Chris Lambert (Lee Anne), Aimee Mills (Adam), David Morris (Brittany), Kyle Vickers (Lauren), Caroline Parker (Chase), Stephanie Morris, Travis Vickers, Jake Vickers, Rachel Vickers, Luke Vickers; eight great-grandchildren, Coby, Kaiden and Haley Dunn, Berlin Vickers, Sophie Morris, Landon Parker, Bentley Parker and A.J. Mills. Special thanks to our angels Martha Davis, Barbara Rampersant, Virginia Jones and Maria Harris. Contributions in his honor may be made to the United Methodist Children's Home.



Published by Montgomery Advertiser from Nov. 19 to Nov. 20, 2012.
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Just heard about Mr. Vickers passing yesterday from long time neighbor Mrs. Reese. I am so sorry to hear about my Dear friend. I spent many hours with Mr.Vickers, and he was a great Man. My thoughts and prayers go out to all his children and grand children. He was such a joy, and I am so glad that he was a big part of my life. He will be dearly missed. He was so proud of all his children and grandchildren. He talked to me about all of you with such pride. I am so sorry for your great loss. My Mother died on November 24th, just after Mr.Vickers passed. It's so difficult losing a parent or grandparent. I will keep everyone in my heart and prayers.

Anita Brendelson

April 13, 2013

It's April 13th, and I just heard about my long time friend's passing this afternoon. I am so sorry to hear about Mr. Vickers. We spent many hours together while I was working at the house, and I always looked forward to his company. What a wonderful man he was. My heart goes out to all the family for your great loss. My Mother died last year on November 24th, just a few days after. Please know that everyone is in my thoughts and prayers. Sorry about not finding out until now. Much Love to all. Anita Brendelson

April 13, 2013

Jim,

So sorry to hear of your father's death. Our prayers are with you.

Sam & Gina Stanfield
Covenant UMC
Dothan, AL

November 24, 2012

I am so very sorry to hear of Uncle Howard's passing. I have fond memories of him. He was such a kind gentleman. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. May God hold you in His hands and give you peace. Blessings,

Kay McCoy

November 21, 2012

I salute your veteran. My condolences for your loss and gratitude for your loved one's service to our country. Mr. Vickers was a sweet and loving man. Prayers are with the family. He will truly be missed.

Diana Pratt

November 20, 2012

So very sorry to hear of uncle Jim's passing, he was always one to share a chuckle and keep folks happy.May all the happy memories you shared with him bring some measure of comfort and keep him close always in your heart He was a man who loved his family and his love will keep you strong.He will live on in the many good memories to share in the future.

Ada Compagnon-Marche

November 19, 2012

With my deepest symapathies , as I am keeping all of you in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time.
I will miss Uncle Jim's many pleasant e-mails and phone calls.

Lori Compagnon-Belliveau

November 19, 2012

Folds family Uncle Jimmy was a fine man and will be deeply missed.

andy folds

November 19, 2012

Mr. Vickers (Grandy) was someone I knew first and foremost as a family man. Although he has physically left this earth, he will live on through his children and grandchildren who will carry on his gifts of love and family.

Kim Gammon

November 19, 2012

To Lawrence, Bonnie and extended family. It is to my loss that I hear about James' passing. In all the times I have met him when he came to the hospital...I truly enjoyed his company. My condolences to the family

Bill Gates

November 19, 2012

Big Jim, as he was called when he worked for the VA was a man who was never too busy to stop and help. He did so with him time and his wallet. Jim, I hope you are enjoying perfect health this morning and enjoying the reward you earned while on earth.

Bill Myrick

Bill Myrick

November 19, 2012

Big Jim, as he was called when he worked for the VA, was one of those people who was never too busy to lend a helping hand. He was as generous with his time as he was with his wallet. Many veterans owe Jim thanks for the efforts he made in his work with the VA. Jim, I hope you are enjoying perfect health this morning you earned while here on earth.

Bill Myrick

November 19, 2012

Big Jim was one of those people who was never too busy to lend a helping hand. Many veterans have him to thank for the service they received with their claim with the VA. He devoted many years to serving veterans. Jim, I pray that you are in perfect health this morning enjoying the reward you earned while on earth.

Bill Myrick

November 19, 2012

Jim and family, so sorry to hear of the passing of your dad. I know you all will miss him so very much. Our Prayers and thoughts are with all of you.

Ron & Marjorie Morrill

November 19, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss.

Alicia Marquez

November 19, 2012

Such a sweet man and I will miss seeing him sitting in his chair outside in the afternoons when I would get home from work. Such a wonderful neighbor!

Kay Taylor

November 19, 2012

James Vickers Jr

November 19, 2012

So sorry for your loss. It is mine too. Uncle Howard was one of my best friends.

William Findley

November 19, 2012

We will all truely miss you. We are so glad God allowed us to have you for such a long time. But it wasn't quite enough.

James Vickers Jr

November 19, 2012

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