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Educated in public schools of Princess Anne County, Jim was a lifelong farmer, first and foremost. He worked for the Virginia Department of Forestry for 35 years, retiring in 2003. He then pursued actively his love for the soil as a produce and Christmas tree farmer and an active community member. He was a former member of the Creeds Ruritan Club, a lifetime member of the Creeds Volunteer Fire Department and a deacon emeritus at Oak Grove Baptist Church where he served in many different capacities.
A visitation will be held from 6:00 to 8:00 PM, Tuesday evening at H.D. Oliver Funeral Apts. Laskin Road Chapel. The funeral be held at 11:00 AM, Wednesday, March 27th, 2024 at Oak Grove Baptist Church with interment at the church cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Oak Grove Baptist Church or the Creeds Volunteer Rescue Squad.
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Margaret Bachman
March 18, 2025
Hard to believe it's been a year. I know your family misses you everyday. Your smile and humor are missed.
Charlotte Kennedy
March 27, 2024
Me and Mrs Bright use to come into the Rco store every Sunday morning when I was working to get coffee
They were both very happy sweet people I enjoyed seeing them they made my day and fresh coffee
Mrs Bright I will have you and your family in my prayers
Sending love and hugs to you all
Janice Ewell
March 27, 2024
So sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. His legacy in Creeds will live on like so many that have gone before him. Lionel's girls will always remember the laughter that would always echo from the walls of the club when the gang would come together and play cards or start slapping Domino's on the table.
Margaret Bachman
March 26, 2024
So sorry to hear about Jim passing. He was a wonderful person and made life fun. I enjoyed him at the DOF Christmas parties back in the day.
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Reid and Linda Bulman
March 26, 2024
Having a conversation with Jim was like listening to the best country song ever. The tone and cadence of his voice was musical, and the common-sense wisdom of his words was a welcome relief from the chaos of the world. Simply put, we need more Jim Brights on this earth.
ELLEN Burns
March 26, 2024
My very first memory of Jim was when I called the house to let Anne know that the delivery truck had arrived. At that time I still called her Mrs. Bright as she was a teacher and with respect. After talking with Jim, quite intensely and not knowing what to expect, after about 5 minutes on the phone with him. He said well if you really would like to tell Anne all of this, she's standing right here!! That is when I realized I needed to be short and sweet. In talking with him. He always brought a giggle and a smile to my face. We'll miss him. Intensely.
Jay Wood
March 26, 2024
Ann and Julie, I am so sorry for your loss of Jim. When I think of my time in Creeds I always think of Jim and the wonderful stories of life in Back Bay. Jim, a gentleman in every respect. His memories will last always for everyone. Jim gave so much to Virginia Beach, rest in peace Jim, your life well lived.
James and Linda Vencil
March 25, 2024
Ann, Your heart soon will be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. You and Jim shared a good life together along with Julie and that happiness will always remain in your
Diana Thomas
March 25, 2024
Love and Prayers to Anne, Julie and family. Jim will be missed by MANY!
A good man, a family man, a hard working man....and a friend.
Woody, Diana and Wendy Thomas
Sam and Wayne Sykes
March 24, 2024
A fine man who will be missed by all who knew him. Our condolences go out to his family in this time of loss. His smile and his trees brightened many a day for lots of people. God bless him and keep him til we all meet again up above.
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