Celebrating the life of
Jimmy Lester Stafford, Jr.
June 30, 1945 - March 10, 2010
Jimmy Lester Stafford, Jr., 64, died Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at St. Joseph's/Candler Hospital after a short battle with cancer. He was born in Savannah, Georgia, June 30, 1945, son of Evelyn Bell Carter and the late Jimmy Lester Stafford. He retired from the U.S. Department of the Interior with 30 years of service, most of that time at Fort Pulaski National Monument. He loved working on automobiles and juke boxes as his nickname was "Juke Box Jim". He was a veteran of the United States Navy receiving the National Defense Medal and a member of American Legion Post No. 321 in Midway, Georgia.
He is survived by his son, Brian L. Stafford, daughter, Jan S. White, mother, Evelyn Bell Carter, brother, Steve D. Stafford, grandchildren, Riley, Chandler and Grayson White all of Savannah.
Visitation: 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 12, 2010 at Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel.
Graveside Funeral Service: 11:00 a.m., Saturday, March 13, 2010 in the Greenwich section of Bonaventure Cemetery with Reverend Marshall Ray officiating.
Remembrances: Thunderbolt Baptist Church, P.O. Box 30533, Savannah, GA 31410.
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Fox and Weeks Funeral Directors, Islands Chapel
Just heard the sad news today of the death of our old friend. Jimmy and Carlette shared many great times with us during our time at Fort Pulaski 1983-88 and we had some good visits with Jimmy since then. Jimmy was always ready to help you out and make it fun. I remember 8 years ago or so when he sent me all over the mountains in western North Carolina checking out a pop-up camper which was for sale. And he eventually bought it and came over and pickled it up. We still have the Juke Box Jimmy sold us and helped get running. We had many great times listening to records on it. We will keep Jimmy and his family in out thoughts and prayers.
- Dan & Linda Brown, Weaverville, NC
The Savannah American Cancer Society would like to express our deepest, heartfelt condolances on the passing of Mr. Stafford,Jr. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
- The Savannah American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
Jan-Sorry to hear about your dad. God Bless.
- Bob White, Greensboro, GA
I am so sorry for your untimely loss. My prayer is that you are comforted with the peace that passes all understanding.
- Cathy Vaccari, Savannah, GA
Jimmy was a great friend to me and my family for many,many years. He was like family to us. He will be missed but his memory will remain with us forever. Our sympathies go out to his family. chris tatum, barry healan, melanie glisson
- Chris Tatum, savannah, GA
Jimmy was a friendly, outgoing person. He was blessed with the talent to fix any appliance or motor. His neighbors will miss his gentle and kind nature.
- Suzanne Warner, Statesboro, GA
To Evelyn, Jan and all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I miss ya'll and will be praying for you during this time. Lynda, Brian and Toney
- Lynda Johnston, Marion, NC
Jimmy was a colleague and friend for many years at Fort Pulaski National Monument. We fondly remember his dedication to the park, love for his children, and great sense of humor. To the Stafford family, we extend our sincerest sympathy.
- Nancy and John Beck, Conyers, GA
I truly enjoyed working with Jimmy at Ft. Pulaski NM. We had alot in common. Go in peace, brother.
- Jim Halpin, Lyons, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Jimmy's Family. I know he will truly be missed.Jimmy was such a nice person. All of you are in my heart.
- Janice Boyd Ahrens Daughter of Sally Stafford Boyd, Springfield, GA
There are so many memories, where do you begin? I am thankful for the many years we had as partners and after that as greater friends. I told him many times how I was so lucky that he was my son's father. He will always have a piece of my heart! May God be with the family during these days to follow.
- Carlette, Faulkville, GA
Our deepest condolences to Jimmy's family and loved ones. We shared numerous adventures with Jimmy for many years at Fort Pulaski, and can honestly say he was one of the kindest,most capable people I have ever known. Jimmy did so many things well, but perhaps the most remarkable was that he made others happy. He will be missed.
- John & Lory Breen, Savannah, GA
I'm so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim was a great friend,he was there for me when my husband Jerry passed away from cancer. He meant a lot to me and will forever be in my memories.
- Belinda Smith, Ellabell, GA
Just heard the sad news today of the death of our old friend. Jimmy and Carlette shared many great times with us during our time at Fort Pulaski 1983-88 and we had some good visits with Jimmy since then. Jimmy was always ready to help you out and make it fun. I remember 8 years ago or so when he sent me all over the mountains in western North Carolina checking out a pop-up camper which was for sale. And he eventually bought it and came over and pickled it up. We still have the Juke Box Jimmy sold us and helped get running. We had many great times listening to records on it. We will keep Jimmy and his family in out thoughts and prayers.
- Dan & Linda Brown, Weaverville, NC
The Savannah American Cancer Society would like to express our deepest, heartfelt condolances on the passing of Mr. Stafford,Jr. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.
- The Savannah American Cancer Society, Savannah, GA
Jan-Sorry to hear about your dad. God Bless.
- Bob White, Greensboro, GA
I am so sorry for your untimely loss. My prayer is that you are comforted with the peace that passes all understanding.
- Cathy Vaccari, Savannah, GA
Jimmy was a great friend to me and my family for many,many years. He was like family to us. He will be missed but his memory will remain with us forever. Our sympathies go out to his family. chris tatum, barry healan, melanie glisson
- Chris Tatum, savannah, GA
Jimmy was a friendly, outgoing person. He was blessed with the talent to fix any appliance or motor. His neighbors will miss his gentle and kind nature.
- Suzanne Warner, Statesboro, GA
To Evelyn, Jan and all the family, I am so sorry for your loss. I miss ya'll and will be praying for you during this time. Lynda, Brian and Toney
- Lynda Johnston, Marion, NC
Jimmy was a colleague and friend for many years at Fort Pulaski National Monument. We fondly remember his dedication to the park, love for his children, and great sense of humor. To the Stafford family, we extend our sincerest sympathy.
- Nancy and John Beck, Conyers, GA
I truly enjoyed working with Jimmy at Ft. Pulaski NM. We had alot in common. Go in peace, brother.
- Jim Halpin, Lyons, GA
My thoughts and prayers are with all of Jimmy's Family. I know he will truly be missed.Jimmy was such a nice person. All of you are in my heart.
- Janice Boyd Ahrens Daughter of Sally Stafford Boyd, Springfield, GA
There are so many memories, where do you begin? I am thankful for the many years we had as partners and after that as greater friends. I told him many times how I was so lucky that he was my son's father. He will always have a piece of my heart! May God be with the family during these days to follow.
- Carlette, Faulkville, GA
Our deepest condolences to Jimmy's family and loved ones. We shared numerous adventures with Jimmy for many years at Fort Pulaski, and can honestly say he was one of the kindest,most capable people I have ever known. Jimmy did so many things well, but perhaps the most remarkable was that he made others happy. He will be missed.
- John & Lory Breen, Savannah, GA
I'm so sorry for your loss and my thoughts and prayers are with you all. Jim was a great friend,he was there for me when my husband Jerry passed away from cancer. He meant a lot to me and will forever be in my memories.
- Belinda Smith, Ellabell, GA
Services under the direction of:
Fox & Weeks Funeral Directors, Hodgson Chapel
912-352-7200
