Brett James obituary, 1968-2025, Franklin, NC

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Brett James

1968 - 2025

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Katy nickerson

September 30, 2025

Hey Brett I´m Katy in Nashville. I´m so so sad you´re gone but I know you´re up there in such a beautiful heaven paradise and you´re in a much better place. It´s funny how two wires cross. I met you just by sheer happenstance at Brentwood,tn Maryland farms Ymca one day when I was there working out and ran into you and then I met you one day here in Nashville at a fanfair celebrity softball game. I love love your song chasing Amy and Jesus take the wheel for Carrie underwood. My condolences go out to your family. Im praying for you and your family Brett. See ya upstairs in the big heaven house one day. Miss you Brett. Katy

Stacy & Johnny Busby

September 29, 2025

Lifting up the family & friends at this time. Prayers to them

ER

September 28, 2025

So sorry to hear about Brett´s and his friends. The families have our condolences. May Almighty God ( Psalm chapter 83 verse 18 comfort you all during this time of grief and sorrow.

Brandy St Claire

September 27, 2025

Prayers for all the family members, such a great loss of all involved. An awesome artist that will be forever missed but always remembered.

Patricia "Patty" Schmidt

September 27, 2025

Brett was an incredible light and a joy to know. After I signed with with BMI by David Preston and Harry Warner in 1995, Brett attended my writer´s nights and gave me great songwriting tips on how to paint a picture of storytelling in just two verses and a chorus. He invested time in his friends and taught other songwriters how to elevate their craft. Sending love to his beautiful family and know that he is singing to a higher power. We will miss Brett and his indelible gift of music. His songs will stay in our hearts forever. Love you friend!

Mark Harrison Couch

September 26, 2025

Mine and my families Condolences goes out to the family at this Difficult time. RIP Brett

Amy Wesson

September 25, 2025

Such a beautiful soul, you will be missed . Rest Easy

Sara covell

September 24, 2025

Rest in peace you left us with beautiful songs to remember you by..go rest for just a while with your wife and step daughter, until you are reunited with love ones left here to bare the pain of losing a father a friend and a entertainer. Jesus take the wheel now because heaven is sweeter with you all there..

Lori Barlow

September 24, 2025

He was such a smart, gifted, and kind hearted guy. Sending love and prayers for the loss to all those that loved this precious family

Charlotte

September 24, 2025

Jesus Take the Week helped me thru a bad time! He was a brilliant songwriter..

Emlyn jenee

September 24, 2025

I am so sorry about the loss of Brett-Jesus take the wheel is a beautiful song and he will always be remembered for that. The James family has my deepest condolences. As the days, weeks, and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded by and comforted with the love and support you need, fond memories, and the knowledge that Brett is safe in God´s memory.

Mak

September 24, 2025

I am deeply sorry for your loss. He seemed to touch the hearts of many people. I pray that God comforts you during this time of distress.

Larry Wayne Kent

September 24, 2025

Prayers and Condolences. He was Great Songwriter to say the least. Very inspiring. Rest in Peace Brother. Condolences to the Family.

Barbara A Bojaciuk

September 23, 2025

I'm very sorry that this happened. It's always harder when they are still young when they passed, because you are not expecting it to happen. Their not old, or sick so passing is not in the fore front of your mind. The family and fans and friends must be devastated. May GOD bless you's and be with you in this time of need.

Mr Jody brachman

September 22, 2025

I'm good u I was writing to you to give my condolences to you and your family etc rip I loved his tv shows etc. He seemed like a nice guy I will miss him so. No rush take care

Larry White

September 22, 2025

My condolences to your family. Brett´s musical abilities will live on in the hearts of many. Brett will be missed by family members and a host of friends. May God be with your family and bring you peace during this time.

Jacki

September 22, 2025

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

Billy Culpepper & the boys

September 21, 2025

Very very sad day in life. Ya'll will be missed my friend. We got it from here so no worries. Billy Culpepper and the boys...

Sydney Delaney

September 21, 2025

For all four lives lost in such a tragic way - Brett, Melody, and Meryl, and also the pilot - rest in peace. This is so sad.

Holley B

September 21, 2025

You will never be forgotten my friend!

Cathie Demarco

September 21, 2025

So sorry,you are too young,but your songs you write will always be remembered. Prayers for you.

Marta Lasheras

September 20, 2025

My love and condolences to the family and friends, thanks Brett for all your music. May you three beautiful Souls Rest in Eternal Peace.

Alisa McCleary Byars

September 20, 2025

Prayers to all of the families. Melody was a longtime friend of mine. She enjoyed her life to the fullest and loved her children and family. My heart is broken

Jeanette Willis

September 20, 2025

My condolences to your family. May a reflection of Brett´s life bring you peace and comfort. Our Heavenly Father will also give you peace through his word the Bible.

Kimberly Crisp

September 20, 2025

I love those songs! And Those artists. My condolences to the families. I know they are in a better place now. Heaven is amazing!

Jeannette El-Far Fligg

September 20, 2025

BRETT.. I didn't know you..i too, am in N C. I just wanted to take a minute to thank you for all the songs you wrote for country artists you helped in their career..keep singing away and get people up there to do the 2 step. .I'm sure God is seeing to it you are happy. You've got to be..you're in heaven. I doubt you'll run into my family..I'm sure you'll have enough people you know..I'm saddened by your loss. You are missed..
Jeannette El-Far Fligg
Goldsboro,N.C.

RB

September 20, 2025

Brett James was an incredibly talented songwriter, his songs became great hits. Prayers for the Cornelius family for the sudden loss of Brett. May God be with you to help you cope with your loss.

Michael

September 19, 2025

R.I.P. Our Condolences to Family Freind s and Fan s Michael Crosswhite and Jon Atkinson

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