James Garner Obituary
James was born in Chatham County but lived most of his life in Moore County. He loved the outdoors, hunting, fishing or just enjoying nature. James worked in the poultry industry for many years, as a crew leader and truck driver for Perdue and Mountaire. He was a NASCAR fan and enjoyed watching a good race. Buddy loved being a grandfather and time spent with his grandchildren was most important to him. He was a son of the late James Hoover and Myrtle Martindale Garner and was preceded in death by daughter: Denise Williams; brother Danny Ray Garner.
Buddy is survived by his wife of 46 years, Rita; children: Gary Garner (Keri), Justin Garner (Makayla), Whittney Garner (Sam); grandchildren: Jayden, Tillet, Riya, Remi, Ashley; great grandchildren: Kadian, Mason, Thomas; sister: Jamie Maness (Gray); many nieces, nephews and friends.
Graveside service will be 11 AM, Thursday, December 4, 2025 at Pleasant Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery, with Pastor Roger Riffe officiating.
The family will receive friends from 5 to 7 PM, Wednesday, December 3, 2025 at Kennedy Funeral Home and at other times at the home.
Condolences on line at pinesfunerals.com
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