Celebrating the life of
James Edward Myrick Jr.
July 02, 1968 - February 26, 2026
James “Jim” Edward Myrick Jr., born on July 2, 1968, in Savannah, Georgia, passed away on February 26, 2026, passed away after a courageous battle with cancer. He was a native of Savannah and a graduate from Sol C. Johnson High School.
He was preceded in death by his parents Jimmy and Phyllis.
Surviving are his loving wife and best friend of five years, Shelley; his two sons, Jacob Myrick of Orlando, Florida, and Jimmy Myrick (Devon) of Pt. Wentworth, Georgia; daughter Valanie Lowery (James) of Savannah, Georgia; his step-children, Hunter McCord (Bekah), and Sarah Cornett (David) all of Wilmington Island, Georgia; his sister Laine of Savannah, Georgia; his four grandsons and one granddaughter, whom he loved with all his heart, they affectionately called him “Poppi”.
Jim worked at Georgia Port Authority for many years, transporting container boxes from the port to various locations locally. His friends knew him as “Cosmo”.
He was a strong man of faith and had a personal relationship with his Savior, and he loved praying to God about everything and everyone. He grew up at Southside Baptist Church, but in his adult life, was an active member of Islands Baptist Church on Wilmington Island. Jim loved spending time with his wife, doing anything, as long as they were together, camping, building huge sandcastles at the beach or working on his immaculate train set; he was very artistic. He loved his animals, Chewie and James Bond. He loved big and loved his wife and family!
A Celebration of Life will be held on Saturday, March 21, 2026, at Captain Butlers Retreat on Talahi Island, from 3:00 until 5:00 p.m. His family welcomes anyone who would like to join.
In lieu of flowers, please donate to: Jays HOPE Foundation 1157-B Forsyth Street, Macon, Georgia 31201. Donations can also be made online: jayshope.org
To the family of my friend cosmo..My heart goes out to you..Cosmo was a really solid man,jokster & caring man...The port will never be the same without that smile and humor....Gonna miss ya brother...Quack Pack till the end...from BOSSMAN...
- Jamara Anthony, Savannah, GA
Jim will be deeply missed He was a great friend May God bless you and your family I will miss you my Quack Pack Brother From Another Mother Hillbilly
- Adam and Susan Richardson , Hopewell , PA
A candle has been lit!
Jim was a good man
- EJ Murray, Savannah, Ga
We will always remember you poppy !!
- D-J-J-Z-T-G, Rincon, GA
Our deepest sympathies and praying for Gods peace for Shelley and their family.
- Kelley & Cindy, Savannah, Georgia
Our heart felt sympathies and condolences to the family and friends! Prayers for peace and comfort at this difficult time! Heaven has gained another Angel and Called Jim home where he will be in Gods arms and no longer suffering. Prayers and hugs!
- Theresa and Ray Cornett, Beverly Hills, Fl
So sorry for your loss. Jim was a very happy guy. Never a sad word.
- Brenda L Jenkins, Savannah, GA
I worked with Jim at Atlas Marine. He was a Great guy and helped me navigate the port. We often talked about God and prayed together.
- Brent Blaney, Pooler, Ga
"Blessed are those mourn, for they will be comforted" Shelley, Sharing in your sorrow with heartfelt sympathy.
- Jane Landry, SAVANNAH, GA
My condolences to the family of Cosmo, I first worked with Jimbo, I called him Jimbo, back in the early 2000'sI worked with first at Atlantic trucking on Grange Rd. In Port Wentworth then at BP Express off Grange Rd. and when they moved to Commerce Dr. Jim was a character and very knowledgeable of the Port, any driver that needed advice about where something was at in the Port or how to handle something in the Port they went to Jim. I am like everyone is going to miss him, we will see you Jim (Cosmo).
- Thomas Cline, Cobbtown , GA
Shelley, sending love, thoughts and prayers to you and the family. So sorry for your loss.
- Sandra, Savannah , Ga
So sorry for yalls loss..I met Jim along time again through his first wife and his daughter val. Also he was one if my truck drivers at judge and sons.. Cosmo u will truly bw missed.
- Angel Melton, Pooler, GA
Rest in Peace my dear cousin.
- Rebecca (Bibby) Nostrant, Jacksonville , Florida
Shelly and family, I am deeply sorry for your loss. Though words can't ease the pain, please know you're in my thoughts and prayers. My hopes are you find comfort and support from those around you in the days ahead.
- Lori Ryan, Clyo, Ga
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200