Celebrating the life of
James H. "Jimmy" Cartee
November 19, 1950 - May 25, 2013
James H. "Jimmy" Cartee, Jr.
Tybee Island- James H. "Jimmy" Cartee, Jr., passed away Saturday, May 25, 2013 at Hospice Savannah, Inc. surrounded by his loved ones. He was born November 19, 1950 to James H. Cartee, Sr. and Annie Croft Cartee. Jimmy was a graduate of Groves High School and later worked as a Maintenance Planner with Georgia Pacific. He was a member of the St. Patrick's Parade Committee and a long time Tybee Island resident. His parents preceded him in death.
Survivors include his son, Brian Cartee Julie; daughter, Julie Yearwood Shane; constant companion, Ruby Paul; grandchildren, Marshall Meyers, Marissa Meyers, Megan McCarthy and Sean McCarthy; brothers, Phillip Celland, Kenneth Cartee, Douglas Cartee, and numerous other relatives.
Jimmy was passionate, strong, fun loving, and larger than life. He worked hard for his family as they were growing up. To them he was the bravest, wisest, and unselfish person. They will all miss him dearly.
A Memorial Service will be held at 7:00 p.m., Wednesday, May 29, 2013 at Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.
In lieu of flowers, the family has requested the remembrances be sent to Tybee Marine Rescue Squadron, P.O. Box 177, Tybee Island, GA 31328.
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Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Love you Jimmy, glad I got to know him.
- Spec Hosti & Family, Tybee, GA
Love you Jimmy, glad I got to know him.
- Spec Hosti & Family, Tybee, GA
Brian, Julie and family, I was shocked to hear of your loss. I know this is a painful time for all and pray that God's greatness will comfort all of you in your time of need.
- Ray Williams, Savannah, GA
Brian, Julie, & Ruby, So sorry to hear about your loss and the loss of one of my oldest and dearest friends. I will always remember the good times that we had over the years. My deepest regrets that I did not take more time to visit. Larry
- Larry & Lee Ann Dally, Rincon, GA
So very sorry for your loss. Let us know if wr can help in any way. The De Sha family.
- Daniel De Sha, Savannah, GA
Brian, So sorry to hear about your father. Ty and I both send our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you and your family in the palms of his hands during this difficult time.
- Barbara Stockman & Ty Venable, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Brian, are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Daryl Cox, Grenada, MS
You've always been an angel here on earth, now in heaven you've gotten your wings. Fly High Uncle Jimmy! I Love You and you will be missed. I know that someday, we will meet again! Love You Always....
- ValerieCarteeStorey, Pooler, GA
Dear Ruby and family, So sorry to hear this sad news...while I didn't see you often, I thought of you and Jimmy every time I drove past your street, which was pretty much everyday. You are both incredible! I count myself among the lucky ones who got to know you both. Please know that you and all your families will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless! Love, Jo
- Jo Bush, Tybee Island, GA
Love you Jimmy, glad I got to know him.
- Spec Hosti & Family, Tybee, GA
Love you Jimmy, glad I got to know him.
- Spec Hosti & Family, Tybee, GA
Brian, Julie and family, I was shocked to hear of your loss. I know this is a painful time for all and pray that God's greatness will comfort all of you in your time of need.
- Ray Williams, Savannah, GA
Brian, Julie, & Ruby, So sorry to hear about your loss and the loss of one of my oldest and dearest friends. I will always remember the good times that we had over the years. My deepest regrets that I did not take more time to visit. Larry
- Larry & Lee Ann Dally, Rincon, GA
So very sorry for your loss. Let us know if wr can help in any way. The De Sha family.
- Daniel De Sha, Savannah, GA
Brian, So sorry to hear about your father. Ty and I both send our thoughts and prayers. May God hold you and your family in the palms of his hands during this difficult time.
- Barbara Stockman & Ty Venable, Mt. Pleasant, SC
Brian, are thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
- Daryl Cox, Grenada, MS
You've always been an angel here on earth, now in heaven you've gotten your wings. Fly High Uncle Jimmy! I Love You and you will be missed. I know that someday, we will meet again! Love You Always....
- ValerieCarteeStorey, Pooler, GA
Dear Ruby and family, So sorry to hear this sad news...while I didn't see you often, I thought of you and Jimmy every time I drove past your street, which was pretty much everyday. You are both incredible! I count myself among the lucky ones who got to know you both. Please know that you and all your families will be in my thoughts and prayers. God bless! Love, Jo
- Jo Bush, Tybee Island, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
