James Richard Hart Sr.

James Richard Hart Sr. obituary

James Richard Hart Sr.

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James Hart Obituary

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James "Jim" Richard Hart, Sr., age 89, passed away on October 9, 2025. He was born March 29, 1936, in Hickory, to the late Kenneth Charles Hart and Virginia Flowers Hart. Jim proudly served in the United States Army and was an active member of the American Legion Post 529, Knightdale.

He was always willing to share his knowledge and was anxious to show you "how it should be done". His humor and ability to make anyone laugh will be missed.

Jim is survived by his wife, Bonnie Hopkins Hart; sons: James R. Hart, Jr., Timothy Hart (Nancy), Kingsley Hart (Kathie); daughters: Maggie Forches (Tom), Whitney Keith (Mark), Hannah Ferrell (Steven); ten grandchildren; four great grandchildren; brother, Ronald Hart (DeeAnn).

In addition to his parents, Jim was preceded in death by his brothers: Kenneth C. Hart, Jr. and Robert L. Hart.

Memorial service will be held at 2:00 pm, Wednesday, October 15, 2025, at Bethlehem Baptist Church, 8400 Poole Road, Knightdale.

The family will receive friends and relatives immediately following the service in the church fellowship hall.

Jim's family would like to extend a special appreciation to Shirley Fleming, as well as The First Family of Home Care -The Enclave Clayton.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bethlehem Baptist Church-Cemetery Fund, 8400 Poole Road Knightdale, NC 27545.
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8400 Poole Road, Knightdale, NC 27545

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