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James Devaney Obituary
James Edward "Burr-Rabbit" Devaney, 73, of Spring Valley, passed away Dec. 17, 2012.
Visitation will be Wednesday Dec. 19, from 5-8 p.m., at Colbert Memorial Chapel. Services will be Thursday at 11 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Burial will be in Colbert Memorial Garden. Brother Charlie James and Brother Doris Chaney will be officiating.
He was preceded in death by his daughter, Vicky DeVaney; parents, Lanford and Ruth DeVaney; sisters, Bobbie Brown, Joyce Hurston and Mattie Green.
Survivors include sons, Michael DeVaney (Teresa) and Jason DeVaney;
grandson, Blake DeVaney;
sisters, Margie Smith, Faye Gargis and Norma DeVaney;
brothers, Raymond DeVaney (Barbara) and Gary DeVaney (Beth);
a host of loving nieces and nephews.
Pallbearers are Mike Chaney, Wade Dover, Gary DeVaney, Blake DeVaney, Jackie Gargis and Chris DeVaney.
Mr. DeVaney retired from Reynolds after 25 years of loyal service and a member of the Iron Workers Local No. 477.
You may sign our online guest book at colbertmemorial.com.
Colbert Memorial Chapel of the Shoals assisted the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for James Devaney
Darrin & Cindy Berry
December 20, 2012
We are so sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. You're in our thoughts and prayers.
December 19, 2012
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you.
Jeff, Amy & Trey Gargis
Clark and Nina McCormack
December 19, 2012
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God give you comfort and peace!
MANUEL RIDDLE
December 19, 2012
SORRY FOR YOUR LOST GOD BE WITH YOU THOUGH THIS PAIN
December 19, 2012
Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.
Rebecca Wright-Wilburn
December 19, 2012
Mike and Jason, Know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
William & Tracey Crosswhite
December 19, 2012
Please accept our deepest sympathies.
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