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Jimmie Furr Obituary

Jimmie Wayne Furr MINT HILL - Jimmie Wayne Furr, 14 years old of Mint Hill, went to heaven on Friday, March 15, 2013 at Presbyterian Hospital in Matthews. Born January 12, 1999 in Cabarrus County, Jimmie was a 7th grader at Mint Hill Middle School. He was known for his sense of humor, free spirit and kind heart. He attended Elevation Church of Charlotte. Having a strong faith in Christ, Jimmie was a very loving young man. He will be sorely missed by all his family and friends. The family will receive friends from 5 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 20, 2013, at Hartsell Funeral Home, 13575 Broadway Avenue, Midland, NC 28107. The memorial service will be at 7 p.m. in the Hartsell Funeral Home Chapel, officiated by Rev. Tony Kirby. Survivors include his mother, Diana Furr, and her companion, Danny Brown; his father, Jon Furr of Charlotte; his brother, Jonny Furr, of the home; his sisters, Jessica Furr and Alecia Furr, both of Charlotte; his maternal grandparents, Jimmie Dillard and Mary Kathryn "Kaki" Dillard, of Midland; his paternal grandfather, Richard Furr of Charlotte; his niece, Trinity Jordan; his maternal aunt, Heidi Brown (James); and his paternal uncles, Richard Furr (Frances), Tim Furr (Kelly), Darryl Furr (Wendy), and Josh Furr (Caiti). He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Lynda Furr, and a dear friend, "Uncle" Hugh Gilbert. Memorials may be made to A Child's Place, 601 East 5th St., #130, Charlotte, NC 28202 or Elevation Church, 11416 East Independence Boulevard, Matthews, NC 28105. Hartsell Funeral Home of Midland is serving the Furr family. Online condolences may be made at www.hartsellfh.com.

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Published by Charlotte Observer on Mar. 18, 2013.

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Angela Nease

March 12, 2023

Jimmy was a sweet boy who always tried his best to please. Miss his sweet smile.

Avery Brown

February 26, 2015

I should wrote on this a long time ago but sadly I didn't. Jimmie I miss you with all my heart and wish to see you one more time. I know your in heaven and that's the good part. Diana and jonny I'm so so sorry this tragedy happend. I have been pretty upset today. I was wantif to go sledding and I just remembered going sledding with my siblings and jimmie and jonny. I cannot express how much I miss jimmie and how much y'all miss him too! I really wish you luck. We will always remember jimmies beautiful smile and funny pranks. I love you.

Allison Hudson

April 15, 2014

I loved jimmie very dearly and know he will fit in amazingly with all the angels in heaven.

A Mom

March 25, 2013

The loss of a child is oh so difficult. Words of condolence are difficult for me to formulate. Please be comforted by the fact that God cares.. He says "I have heard your prayers, I have seen your tears" 2 Kings 20:5.

Gina Lemons

March 24, 2013

Jonny,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Although the sadness never completely goes away it does subside with time. Keep Jimmie's funny antics fresh in conversations at the dinner table and he will be close in your hearts while watching over you from Heaven.
Blessings,
Gina Lemons

March 21, 2013

Diana- I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you during this difficult time.
Gail Courtright

Patrick Daniels

March 21, 2013

Diana, Johny, Jessica, Alisha and family.

My deepest regards to the whole family. This a very tragic, and unexpected loss. Jimmy had is heart right with Christ, so we know that he has his wings flying around playing in Heaven. Myself, and Elevation church will be praying for the whole family. LOVE: Travis, Destiny, Miranda, and Justin DANIELS

~ Travis Daniels

susan Griffin

March 20, 2013

I do not know you or Jimmy, but I know you are hurting and i want you to know I will pray for you as you have a tough road ahead. I hope God will ease your pain daily and give you strength during this difficult time. I like to rely on Isaiah 40:31 during hard times.

Beth Hertzfeld

March 20, 2013

Our son goes to school with Jimmie's brother and is in FFA with him. We are so sorry for your grief.

Shera Bundy - Smithson

March 20, 2013

To the entire Furr family, I am so sorry for this tragic loss in your family. I hurt for you and wish you the strength to get through this toughest of times. As I sit here thinking of what you must be going through, I just don't know what to say. I don't know that anything truly helps right now. I'm just so sorry. Sending you all the love and strength I have forever.

Laura Mosser

March 20, 2013

Diana, Jonny and Family,

Our hearts break for your unexpected terrible loss. We know that Jimmie is up in heaven with angel wings. We lift you all up in prayer during this most difficult time.

Love,

Andy, Laura & Nate Mosser

Donald, Cheree, Caleb, Collin and Carson Gesing

March 20, 2013

To the Furr family - I just want you all to know how heavy our hearts have been since we heard the news of Jimmie's passing. My oldest son, Caleb is friends with Jonny and my middle son, Collin was Jimmie's friend. Collin has spoken of Jimmie often and talked about how he loved to make people laugh. Jimmie was such a good boy and will be missed by so many. He left this world way too soon but he has left an impact on so many, young and old, and his legacy will remain in the hearts of those he touched. We will be keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Praying for strength and peace for all of you during this difficult time.

Susan Furr

March 20, 2013

God bless our new angel, Jimmie Wayne Furr, who now has wings and is sitting on Grandma Linda's lap in Heaven. God bless each and everyone of y'all. We love you so much and you are in our prayers. Love Uncle Steve and Aunt Susan.

Tasha Sharpe

March 20, 2013

As a co-worker of Caiti's, it is with a sincere heart that I offer condolences to the Furr family. After reading such heartfelt reflections of Jimmie, I feel as though I know him. To the parents, please be uplifted in knowing that he was loved by MANY. Cherish the memories he has given you and rest assured that he is smiling in Heaven. May God continue to comfort and bless your family.

Christi Simpson-Killian

March 20, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this most difficult time! May you feel God's presence as you go through this. God Bless! Christi Simpson Killian

March 20, 2013

Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Gary & Charlane Keziah

March 20, 2013

Our prayers and thoughts are with your family at this tragic time.
Gary & Charlane Keziah

Derek Watkins

March 20, 2013

I am sorry for your loss Jimmie you were a great friend and you had a lot of potential. I hope you rest in peace.

March 20, 2013

To the Furr family: I am so sorry for the loss that you are having to deal with right now. I used to go to mint hill middle school and its hard to believe that someone that innocent and young can be taken from this life so quickly. My heart goes out to all of you in this time of need and prayers for you to get through this tough time. It may feel endless but things will get better.

courthouse

March 19, 2013

Dianna and family,
We are deeply sorrowed by the unexpected loss of your son. Our hearts weigh heavy in thinking about your pain. Dianna, we are sending our prayers and any support we can offer.
With God's love,
from your courthouse family.

Sarah Davis

March 19, 2013

I am sorry for your loss your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Cam Mitchell

March 19, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss. The entire family is in my thoughts and prayers.

The Almond Family - Skip, Marcia, Mary Jo & Steve

March 19, 2013

Our hearts and prayers go out to each of you in this time of loss. May HE hold each of you in his hand and comfort your hearts.

Chris Duane

March 19, 2013

To the Furr and Dillard families, we are very sorry for your loss. Jimmy was a great kid -- kind, considerate, never a harsh word. I believe in these times of worldwide turmoil, God is calling home the purer souls among us.

Lori Fitzpatrick

March 19, 2013

What a handsome young man. My daughter goes to MHMS & told me about Jimmie. Words are so hard to come by & as a Mother I feel your pain and your families pain. I lift your family up in prayer and pray for strength and pray for peace for your family. May God carry you.

March 19, 2013

So sorry for your loss, I am praying for you all.
Dawn Thomas-Crossroads Ford

Tina Sherrill

March 18, 2013

Diana I am so sorry for your loss and I pray from my heart that God will ease your pain and give you and your family strength to get through this.

Scott,Julie and Gracie Keziah

March 18, 2013

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

carla johnson

March 18, 2013

Jimmie you were my first friend at Northeast Middle School!! I wish I could see your beautiful smile one more time! Everybody at northeast will miss you dearly!! I hope you have a wonderful life with the person you love most, God!! Rest In Peace Christ Buddy!!:)

Dana Saxon Winston

March 18, 2013

Sending prayers to everyone. I am so sorry for your lose. Love you guys.

Mike Lewis

March 18, 2013

Diana and family,Jimmie,Kaki and Heidi. No one can express words that ease a heart torn apart by such a loss. God has him in his loving arms now and he will care for him forever. God will help ease all of your heartache as time goes by. We love all of you and pray for comfort and peace.

March 18, 2013

Jimmie-
This news breaks my heart! I think of you and smile...Jimmie Lou...you and those glasses...your jokes...and your SMILE!!! You made us laugh everyday! You have a special place in my heart! I hope you know how loved you were and how much joy you brought to other people's lives!!
Love,
Ms. Gerringer
(Jimmie's Third Grade Teacher)
Clear Creek Elementary School

emma sexton

March 18, 2013

Hey,
This is one of Jimmie friends from elem school. Its so hard for me because we were so close. I'm so sorry for your loss... I wish I could be there but I moved to Tennessee . I will be praying.

Travis Burgess

March 18, 2013

R.I.P Jimmie
We will always miss you
Peace and Love

March 18, 2013

Heaven has a precious new angel with the most loving smile I've ever seen. My condolences to the entire family.... Godspeed

March 18, 2013

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Emma Brown

March 18, 2013

Jimmie, I miss you so much. You always knew how to make me laugh or smile. I remember every memory we've shared like it was just yesterday. You were my bestfriend until the end. I love you so much! I know you're in a better place now. Rest in peace Jimmie.

Michelle and Bobby Wallace

March 18, 2013

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Chasity Moore

March 18, 2013

My deepest condolences to the whole family. My thoughts and prayers are going out to you all, hoping you can find understanding and strength to get through this. Uncle Hugh is with him, making him laugh, just being himself. You are all family to us, miss you and love you all.

Darby $ Betty Dillard

March 18, 2013

The entire family has been on my mind since I found out. I have no words that can come close to say how sorry I am.
The few times I got to see him he was one of the happiest people I ever met.
Diana, Johnny, Jessica, Elisha, Jimmy and Kaki you will all be in my prayers along with the Furrs also.

Sandy & Daril Caldwell

March 18, 2013

My sincere sympathy to you and your family, Alecia, in this sad time of loss. We love you as part of our family too and pray that God will give you and your entire family strength and comfort.

Dana

March 18, 2013

Thoughts and prayers for your family. i will pray for strenght and peace.

Jennifer Aker

March 18, 2013

We lost you way to soon, you've touched many lives around you! My heart and prayers go out to and your family!!! You will be missed Jimmie Furr RIP Little buddy!!!

Wendy and Darryl Furr

March 18, 2013

There are no words that can express the sadness and loss of such a happy young man. I am so sorry for the pain you are going through. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Cari Wlodyka-Garcia

March 18, 2013

Sending prayers!! My heart is breaking to hear this news!! May god give you strength and wrap his arms around you!

Marcia Almond

March 18, 2013

Diana, Danny, Jimmie, and Kaki, our hearts mourn for your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Skipo and Marcia Almond

Kimberly Arndt

March 18, 2013

Diana I am so sorry for the loss of a beloved child. Love, prayers, & strength to you all.

jessica bost

March 18, 2013

jonny i am so sorry for your family. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family... I know jimmie is up in heaven looking down on all of yall drinking his lemonade and thanking yall for being the best earthly family he could have ever asked for, if not better. I love all of yall and he will never leave my heart or mind... Let me know if I can do anything. I love you all.

Taylor Lux

March 18, 2013

I'm soooo sorry for your loss u may not know me but i go to mint hill middle in 7th grade and I cried when I heard the news it's very sad but God needed him in heaven none of us know why yet but there was something special about Jimmie that Jesus saw, something different from all the others. I know it's hard to believe but those 14 years of jimmies life God has been building this relationship with Jimmie that grew every day at the same time God was building this beautiful place for him knowing that he was a sinner just like all of us God never stopped for him. Though Jimmie didn't have as long of a life as some of us I'm sure he lived it to the fullest not ever expecting for eternal life in heaven he got it anyways unfortunately I never got the chance to meet this wonderful kid I felt I had lost my brother when I got the news reading this made me have stronger faith in God my prayers go to everyone that was hurt during this and god bless his wonderful parents for raising him in a Christian home.

ivan a

March 18, 2013

jimmie was my friend at school

Lorra Yow

March 18, 2013

So sorry for your loss Diana and Jon Love and prayers to you and your family, May God give you Strength and comfort you at this time.....prayers to you all....Love always

March 18, 2013

My thoughts and prayers go out to you Diana and the rest of the family.

Alecia Furr

March 18, 2013

I love you and I'm miss you so much little Jimmie. I have know words to tell you how much this hurts. You are such Sweet and funny and awesome person. I love you baby brother!

Angie Nease

March 18, 2013

Diana, I am so sorry for your loss. I loved Jimmie dearly! He was a bright spot to my mornings when I taught him. He always spoke lovingly of you in class. He loved you very much. Remember that! My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sincerely, Angie Nease

Dennis Keneston

March 18, 2013

my thoughts and prayers go out to Diana and her family. May God give you the strength to get through this tragedy

Steve & Sharon Lipa

March 18, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss, our hearts go out to you. You are in our thoughts and prayers, may the Lord bless you and keep you strong through this difficult time.

March 18, 2013

Although, I was officially his teacher, he taught me more about life than I ever taught him. I will always remember you, my friend! Michael J. D'Amico (Mr. D)

Ms. Davidson

March 18, 2013

So sorry to read of this very sad loss. May God give you strength and peace during the difficult times.

Tammy Wright

March 18, 2013

Miss you little Jimmie

michael quales

March 18, 2013

Dianna, Danny and johnny my thoughts and prayers are with you and the rest of the familyJimmie you will be greatly messed the thing I will remember the most is every time I saw you you had a big smile on your face.

March 18, 2013

TO RICHARD (GRANDPA)- SO SORRY TO HEAR OF SUCH A TERRIBLE LOSS. HE IS PRECIOUS. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU. TOTTIE GHANT AND FAMILY (HIDE-A-WAY)

March 18, 2013

Dear Diana and Family,
You have our deepest sympathy at this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God's love comfort you and get you through this.
Rick and Brad Montague Susan and Andi Rhykerd

Colleen Keneston

March 18, 2013

Words cannot express the sadness that I feel. I pray that the Lord gives the family the strength to get through this. I will forever miss his beatiful smile and sense of humor.

Michael Quales

March 18, 2013

Rip Jimmie you will be greatly missed love you little buddy

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