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James Bracey Obituary
Memorial service: 3:30 p.m. Thursday at Ridglea Presbyterian Church.
Memorials: Alzheimer's Association, 101 Summit Ave., Suite 300, Fort Worth, Texas 76102; or Ridglea Presbyterian Church West-Aid, 6201 Camp Bowie Blvd., Fort Worth, Texas 76116.
James Lea Bracey was born March 13, 1940, in Florence, S.C., son of the late Cecil Perritt and Mary Lea Bracey. He grew up in Dallas. After graduating from Hillcrest High School in 1958, he earned his BBA from Texas Tech in 1963 and his MBA from TCU in 1969. He worked for Lockheed-Martin, retiring in January 1999.
Jim was a life member of the American Radio Relay League and participated in the activities of the Fort Worth Area Kilocycle Club and with RACES as a storm spotter. His community activities included being a graduate of both the Fort Worth Fire and Police Citizens academies. For many years, he enjoyed working for Citizens on Patrol. He was also a member of the K.M. Van Zandt Chapter, Sons of the American Revolution.
Jim was passionately interested in genealogy and particularly proud of earning his Wood Badge designation while being an assistant scoutmaster for BSA Troop 326. He was an ordained deacon and elder in the Presbyterian Church, U.S.A., and a member of Ridglea Presbyterian Church.
Survivors: His son, James McLeod "Mac" Bracey of Richmond, Va.; former spouse, Ann Bracey; and cousins, Henry D. Salter, Lea Salter and Virginia McMillan, all of South Carolina.
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Memories and Condolences
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6 Entries
Marie Grigsby Schaub
February 4, 2008
I remember when Jim was a "New Hire" at GD. Such a nice young man. Sorry to hear of his passing.
Joe Orr
January 19, 2008
Mac and Ann,
I just read of the passing of Jim in the 1st Presbyterian newsletter. Jim was a great person, frient and client. Our prayers and sympathy are with you. Joe & Marvi Orr (817-332-3421)
Charles Brown
January 17, 2008
I knew James both as a fellow employee and a Scouter. He is already missed. God bless you!
Greg and Kristin Campbell
January 17, 2008
Ann and Mac,
We're praying for you during this difficult time. May the Lord comfort you with a blanket of peace.
Please let us know if we can do anything.
Many blessings,
Ann Bracey
January 16, 2008
Our hearts are heavy, but we will remember you always.
Ann and Mac
Olan Watkins
January 16, 2008
We will all miss James. He was a super person and Scouter.
Olan Watkins
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