1968 - 2024
1968 - 2024
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1968
2024
James Lee "Juice Man" Simerly Sr., 56, of Walland, passed away on April 24, 2024. He was a hard -working man with a unique, unconventional approach to life. He leaves behind many fond memories of pitching horseshoes, bonfires by the creek, and happy summer days lounging on his cozy front porch with his little dog, Toto. He was dearly loved by many.
He was preceded in death by many beloved family members, including his son James Lee Simerly Jr.
He is survived by his half siblings, the mothers of his two children, his daughter, his grandchildren, and his great grandson.
A Celebration of Life will be held in his honor at his home on Monday, May 6 at 6:00 pm. Contact his family for the address.
You are encouraged to share a memory of James and/or your personal condolences with his family by visiting his memorial webpage and guestbook at www.companionfunerals.com. Companion Funeral Home of Athens is honored to assist his family with these arrangements.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and condolences can be left on the obituary at the funeral home website.

400 S White Street, Athens, TN 37303

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