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Pallbearers: McKedzie Crump, Layne Holloway, Jerry Davis, Joey Ferraro, Brian Gilstrap, and Blake Gilstrap
James was born on April 22, 1939 in Lamar County, AL to the late Harvey C. Otts and the late Essie Gosa Otts. He was a graduate of Sulligent High School and later proudly served in the U.S Army. James previously worked and retired from Bryan Foods in West Point, MS. He thoroughly enjoyed being outdoors especially working with his cows, going hunting and fishing or playing golf. He loved his family dearly and his precious memory will always be cherished and greatly missed.
Survived By:
Son: Gary Otts (Paula), Hamilton, MS
Daughter: Christina Otts, Hamilton, MS
Sisters: Jo Ruth Rowe, Tremont, MS
Patsy Puckett (Edward), Sulligent, AL
Grandchildren: McKedzie Crump (Locke) and Haley Clemmons (Layne Holloway)
Great Grandchild: Paisley Crump
A Very Special Friend: Lena Phillips, Mobile, AL
Preceded In Death By:
Parents: Harvey and Essie Otts
Wife: Margie Tuck Otts
Sisters: O'Lee Chandler, Glenda B. Angus, Robbie Gilstrap and Judy McSpadden
Condolences and special memories may be shared with the family at: www.ottsfuneralhome.net
Otts Funeral Home
Sulligent, AL, Directing
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