James Walter "Butch" Bunn

Mr. James Walter "Butch" Bunn, age 73, of LaGrange, passed away on January 3, 2026. Butch was born on January 1, 1953, in Jacksonville, Florida, to the late Raymond Lee "Bo" Bunn and Annie Lois Grimes Bunn.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a sister, Bobbie Davis (Billy); a brother, Douglas Beech; a niece, Kathy; a great-grandchild, Kylie Beth; and his stepfather, Bill Woodham.

Survivors include his wife of 41 years, Jo Ann Looney Bunn; children, Josh Bunn (Cristy) and Monica Bunn, Rev. Steve Johnson (Becky), Paula Johnson (Brian), and Tim Johnson; twelve grandchildren; and eighteen great-grandchildren. He is also survived by siblings, Nettie Phillips, Bettie Richmond, Tony Bunn, and Lynn Rooks; a special niece, Donna Furrow; and other nieces and nephews.

Butch was a 21-year veteran of the Troup County Sheriff's Department, from which he retired after years of dedicated service.

He was a passionately devoted fan of the University of Alabama, especially football-Roll Tide! Many knew him simply as Butch, while others affectionately called him "Bama Bunn." He was also an avid fan of the Atlanta Braves.

Butch was of the Baptist faith and was attending Dunson Baptist Church. He never met a stranger and was always there to support his family and friends. When his health allowed, he especially enjoyed doing yard work and took pride in keeping things just right.

A memorial service will be held on Sunday, January 18, 2026, at Baptist Tabernacle Church. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. until 2:00 p.m., with the memorial service beginning at 2:00 p.m.

Rev. Mike Hornsby and Rev. Kenneth Cole will officiate.

Higgins Funeral Home at Hunter Allen Myhand, 706-884-5626.