James Wesson Obituary
Mr. Wesson began his career in sales with Johnstone Supply in Jacksonville, Fla. He returned to Alabama in the 1990s in a management position with Johnstone, working in several locations across the state. In recent years, he worked for the government contacting company, Hoyt Harris.
Mr. Wesson was a member of First Baptist Church, Tuscumbia, and a former member of the Kiwanis Club. Mr. Wesson's love of hunting and fishing led to his passion for arrowhead collecting.
Before his death, Mr. Wesson donated his arrowhead collection to an Indian museum. Several of his arrowheads have been pictured in noted arrowhead publications.
Mr. Wesson is survived by his son, William Carter Wesson; his parents, Jim Wesson Jr. and Karen Blackburn Wesson; his brother, Michael Wesson; and his grandmother, Virginia Ware Blackburn.
He was preceded in death by his grandparents, James and Lucille Wesson, of Florence, and Dr. W.H. Blackburn, of Camden, Tenn.
The family will receive friends at the home of Jim's parents until 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13.
A private memorial service will be held at a later date.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to any Tuscumbia City School library or the Helen Keller Library.
Morrison Funeral Home, Tuscumbia, is assisting the family.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Mandy Robertson-Sanders
February 20, 2010
Mike, my heart goes out to you and your family. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
February 19, 2010
Mr. and Mrs. Wesson, i am so sorry to hear about Jim's death. There are certain people that make a lasting impression on your life, and Jim truly did mine. My thoughts and prayers go out to each of you, Michael and Carter.
Philip Watson
Vicki VonBoeckman Kirchner
February 16, 2010
I was very sad to hear of Jim's passing. I was a classmate of Jim's and he was always the sweetest guy. My families' thoughts & prayers are with your family.
Bernice Jackson
February 16, 2010
Dear Wesson Family, I just heard of the sad news today of my classmate. My thoughts and prayers goes out to you.
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Tanner Green
February 15, 2010
Carter, sorry to hear about your dad. we will be thinking about you and your family. you are in our prayers
February 15, 2010
Dear Wesson Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Jim was such a great man and I always admired how upbeat he always was, even during his illness. This earth has lost a man, but heaven has gained an angel! You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Lona Harris
February 15, 2010
We were very sorry to hear of Jim's death. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. We always have and always will remember the many good times growing up. Thru all the ball games, camping and caving trips, we will remember his constant smile and laugh most of all.
Mark & Tanya Nesbitt Dennis
Sandra Beal
February 14, 2010
Karen and Jim, I am so very sorry to hear about Jim's death. I just found out. I did not even know he was sick. You were there for me and I would have been there for you. I feel you pain. My advice, as one who has been there, just get through life, one minute at a time.
The pain never goes away......it just gets easier to cope with.
I love you and your family so much. Sandra U. Beal
Tom Merryman
February 13, 2010
My heart goes out to the Wesson family. I remember the good times jim and I had. God Bless
Martha Wilson
February 13, 2010
Karen, Our God is a good God. He will help you and comfort you during this time of grief. Please know I will keep all of you in my prayers. Martha Madry Wilson
Beth Nesbitt
February 13, 2010
My very deepest sympathy to all of Jim's family. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I have so many good memories of Jim. What a sweet guy- he will be missed.
Kay Ramsey
February 13, 2010
Karen and Jim,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your son. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this most difficult time.
Kay Harrell Ramsey
February 13, 2010
Karen and Jim, I am so sorry for you loss. I had no idea. May God bless and comfort you!!!!!
Renee Parker
February 13, 2010
I am deeply saddened to hear about Jim's passing. He was a special person and a very good friend to my son. He will be greatly missed. My heart goes out to your family and you will be in my prayers.
Marilyn and Len Morrow
February 13, 2010
Although we never met Jim,we felt as though we knew him from his parents loving discussions about Jim. We are so sorry for your loss,but we are assured by faith that Jim is in a better place and that his parents'own deep faith in God will see them through. We love you,Karen and Jim.
Marilyn and Len Morrow
John Carter
February 13, 2010
We are all sorry for your loss. I remember all the good times Jim and I had when we went to the lake with all our friends and all the great hunting and camping trips together. He will missed, but not forgotten.
February 13, 2010
Karen, Jim, Michael and Carter, I prayers and thoughts are with you during this time.
Sandra and Sparky Box
Jim Herbowy
February 13, 2010
May the comfort of God help you during this difficult time. I'll keep your Family in my prayers. Jim help many people and will be dearly missed.
Percy & Annabelle Posey
February 13, 2010
We are saddened by your loss. Our thoughts and prayers remain with you.
Both of your sons were a joy to teach and know. Truly southern gentlemen.
Annabelle & Percy
Whit Maples
February 13, 2010
Jim and Karen, I moved from Tuscumbia almost 30 years ago. The last time I saw Jim he was probably 12 years old, or thereabouts. I will always remember him as being that age, and I will always have fond memories of him. I will think of ya'll often in the next few weeks.
February 13, 2010
Dear Carter, please know that I am thinking of you at this time. I will always remember your Dad and his kind smile whenever we saw each other. May God comfort you and your family. Love ya, Natalie
Pam Beck Mitchell
February 13, 2010
Dear Karen and Jim
I am so sorry about the death of your son. I remember meeting him the day Janie and I came by to see the renovations you had just completed at your house. My heart goes out to you.
Love, Pam
February 13, 2010
Our prayer and thoughts are with you during this difficult time.
Bill and Geraldine West
Ginger Gardiner
February 13, 2010
I am sorry for your loss. Please know you have my deepest sympathy over the loss of JIm.
February 13, 2010
Jim and Karen:
I will keep you in my prayers.
Jim Patrie
Bill Tompkins
February 13, 2010
I am very saddened to hear of Jim's untimely passing. I offer the prayers of my family to all of Jim's family at this sad time. I will always remember the time spent with Jim, Hal and others as we traveled through our high school years.
The Staff of Morrison Funeral Home
February 13, 2010
Offering our deepest sympathies at this time.
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