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James Tabor Obituary
WAXHAW -- Mr. Tabor, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2008. Jim was born in Clover, SC on July 21, 1927 to the late Etheleen Michael and James Tabor, Sr.
After growing up in Asheville, NC, Jim joined the United States Navy where he served proudly as an Aerial Photographer in WWII. After a career with BellSouth he retired to a life of pleasure at 'the farm'. He was a member of Sharon Presbyterian Church. Jim was also an avid sports fan and passionately rooted for the North Carolina Tarheels. He will be missed as he was loved.
Jim is survived by his loving wife and soul mate of 23 years, Nancy C. Tabor, daughter, Kelley, son, Mike, his two step sons, John and Daniel Britt, and several grandchildren and great grandchildren. Jim was predeceased by his parents and daughter Jamie.
Cremation rites have been accorded. There will be a private family memorial service at Webb Creek Methodist Church, Gatlinburg, TN and a second service at Bethel Presbyterian Church, Clover, SC at a later date.
Memorials may be made to the Sharon Presbyterian Church building fund.
McEwen Funeral Service Pineville Chapel is serving the Tabor Family.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Tabor
July 1, 2009
It will soon be a year but I still feel the arms of your love that surround me as I travel down the road of life. Your soul mate...Nancy t
Robert Gamble
July 27, 2008
We were so sorry to hear about Jim. Aunt Etheleen was so proud of him. We hope that loving memories will comfort you all at this sad time.
Robert and Sarah Gamble
Margaret Taylor
July 25, 2008
Nancy - We Temples in Illinois heard about Jim's death and are very sorry. I only spoke to you one time when you called your unknown cousin years ago, but I remember our conversation and wished then and still do that some day we could get to know each other.
Love Margaret Taylor in Kewanee Il.
Beth Gunter
July 25, 2008
For my Family...
Jim will always remain the man that doted on the little girl at our family reunions in Gatlinburg. Many years have passed since the time of a little girl's memories, but that memory will always remain. Along with his infectious smile. Jim will be missed but is at rest and peace. XOXOXO Love Always! ~Beth
Melissa Crenshaw
July 23, 2008
Nancy, John, and Daniel: I knew Jim 13 years and from the very beginning you all made me feel like family. I'll miss Jim's silliness. He always had something to say to make me laugh. He gave me my nickname, "Mo." He was one of a kind and will be missed by everyone. Jim is no longer sick and for that you must be thankful.
Much love,
Melissa
Gloria Turner
July 23, 2008
Nancy,
I am so sad for the loss of Jimmy T. What a special man he was. I will never forget his laughter, smile and he always made my day. You were lucky to have such a soul mate as I am sure you know. He will be with you always. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Leslie Shaw
July 22, 2008
Nancy I am very sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Leslie
Kendal Doetsch
July 22, 2008
My best friend Nancy met a man named Jim
I've never seen her happier than she she was with him
His since of humor, his sexy grin
Their wonderful years did soon begin
Time goes by so very fast
Their love will forever last
And until we all meet again
Remember you always have a friend.
I love you Nancyt, KendalBendal
Gary Doetsch
July 22, 2008
Nancy,
Sorry to hear about my friend and your partners passing. I will always have fond memories of canoeing on Island Creek and going to the Hornets game with him. Jim's zest for life will keep him in our hearts for ever. I'm sorry for not spending more time with him and enjoying his company. I feel sure we will all be together some day to take up where we have left off in this world. Take care and let us know if there is anything we can do.
Gary
Nancy (Mae-Mae) Wilkinson
July 21, 2008
Nancy-
I am so sorry for your loss. I know it is difficult to let him go, but I know you are at peace knowing he is with our maker and well again. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. May God bless you and keep you strong. I love you.
Beth Haseley
July 21, 2008
Nancy we are thinking of you and the family and saying many prayers. Jim will be missed, but happy tears fill my eyes knowing that he is home with God. All of our love always.
Beth, Jeff, Nowlan, and Clare
Chris Henderson
July 21, 2008
To the Tabor and Britt family.I wish you all the best during this time.I will miss Jim greatly.His personality and sense of humor were unmatched.Nancy has become a mom to me and made me part of there family and i am for ever greatful for that.
Tony Stribling
July 21, 2008
Nancy, sympathy goes out to you at this time of sorrow. Just trust in God and he will take care of all you needs.
Jenifer Woods
July 21, 2008
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers are with you. May God bless you and give you strength during this time. All my love. Jenny
Barry (Burt) Sims
July 21, 2008
Nancy,
Jim will be missed, I recall many times that we had while working different campaigns. He was fun to be around and had a good sense of humor.
Chris Marvin
July 21, 2008
Mr Tabor always made my day when he came to the lab. I will miss him very much. Nancy, my thoughts and prayers are with you.
Chris Marvin
Dennis Jordan
July 21, 2008
Dear Nancy, My deepest sympathy to you and your family at this sad time. I will always remember Jim's wonderful sense of humor, and our "Asheville" connections. Take Care.
Love, Dennis Jordan
Joseph M. "Joe" Clark
July 21, 2008
Tabor Family, Jim was 1 year behind me in school; however, he grew up in West Asheville and I have known him most of my life. He was always a very lively and funny guy who lived life to the fullest extent. Regardless of age, health, or any other circumstance we are never ready to give up our loved ones and the only comfort comes from a real Faith in the Sovereignty of God and the manifested concern of caring friends. We are thinking of you and will hold you in our prayers. Joe
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