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James Carol Blakely, Jr.
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Jim graduated from The Citadel in 1964 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science. He received his Juris Doctor from the University of South Carolina in 1967. After graduation, Jim was in service to his country as Captain in the Army JAGC First Division, including a one-year tour in Vietnam. In 1971, he began his long and distinguished career as an attorney specializing in real estate and corporate law in Greenville, South Carolina.
Jim married his high school sweetheart, Kim Shumate. They celebrated 58 years of marriage in August. He is survived by his wife, Kim; brothers: Edward W. Blakely and his wife, Maxine, of Jacksonville, Florida and Lawrence W. Blakely and his wife, Harriett, of LaGrange, Georgia; and his sister Martha B. Stewart and her husband, Robert, of Athens, Georgia. Jim was always close to and very fond of his many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.
A celebration of life will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 9, 2023, in the Chapel at Bishop Gadsden Episcopal Retirement Community.
In lieu of flowers, donations honoring the memory of James C. Blakely, Jr. may be made to The Citadel Foundation, designating the Class of 1964 Scholarship, 171 Moultrie Street, Charleston, SC 29409.
A memorial message may be sent to the family by visiting our website at www.jhenrystuhr.com.
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Rudy Barnes, Jr.
April 12, 2023
Kim:
I was surprised and saddened to read that Jim passed away. My heartfelt prayers are with you.
Rudy Barnes, Jr.
Wendell and Elaine Hardin
February 23, 2023
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's passing. He was a kind, thoughtful and caring person. Our condolences to Kim.
Christine Agee
February 12, 2023
One of the finest Southern Gentlemen I had ever met. A commanding presence with a calm demeanor and dry wit. He was the Attorney for the company I worked for more than 20 years ago and have enjoyed our friendship ever since. I am sad to hear of his passing. Kim, my deepest condolences to you and the Blakely family. - Christine Agee (Greenville)
Patti Lee
February 11, 2023
Dear, sweet Kim. I am so very sorry about Jim. I´ve missed you guys since you´ve been in Charleston. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for your peace during this time.
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