James Nelson ""Jim"" Dennis

James Nelson "Jim" Dennis, age 71, passed away peacefully, at his home in Fernandina Beach, FL on Monday, July 22, 2013. He was a graduate of Auburn University where he earned his Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering. After graduating from Auburn University, Mr. Dennis spent 30 years working in the pulp and paper industry. He was an avid Auburn football fan, enjoyed hunting, fishing and life in general. Mr. Dennis was a member of The First Baptist Church in Fernandina Beach, Fl. He was predeceased by his loving daughter, Robin Lynn Dennis, parents, James and Frances Dennis and brother, Robert Michael Dennis. He leaves behind his loving wife of 52 years, Lavoy Robinson Dennis, daughter, Donna Louise Dallas (Tony), granddaughters, Annie Frances Dallas, Carlyn Robinson Bridges and Samantha Louise Bridges; sisters-in-law, Peggy Robinson Kirby, Annette Robinson Walker, brother-in-law, John W. Walker, and nephews and nieces he loved as his own. He will be missed by his loving caregivers, Deann and Bradly Loum and Donna Howarter. Graveside services will be held on Friday, July 26, 2013 at 1:00 PM at Chilton Memorial Gardens, Clanton, Alabama. His family will receive friends at Martin Funeral Home in Clanton, Alabama, on Friday, from 12:00 noon until time to leave for the cemetery. In lieu of flowers donations can be made to First Baptist Church Building Fund, 1600 8th Street, Fernandina Beach, FL. Martin Funeral Home will direct.