James "J.D." Heath

James David “J.D.” Heath, 83, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 7, 2025, surrounded by his family at his home.

A native of Rocky Mount, North Carolina, J.D. was the son of the late David and Ruth Lee Anderson Heath. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his beloved daughter, Christie Lee Heath.

J.D. dedicated 38 years of service to CSX, where he worked as a machinist for the railroad. Known for his kind heart and willingness to lend a hand, he could often be found helping his neighbors with repairs or projects around their homes. A devoted husband and father, J.D. was also deeply committed to his church family at Liberty Baptist, where he took great pride in maintaining and beautifying the church grounds.

J.D. is survived by his wife of 11 years, Juanita Tracy of Pinehurst; son, Jeffery W. Heath of Rockingham; stepsons, Roger Tracy (Tacy) of Alabama, Richard Tracy (Melissa) of Southern Pines, and Randall Tracy (Cheryl) of Alabama; and 12 step-grandchildren.

A memorial service will be held at a later date.

Memorials may be made in J.D.’s honor to the Lung Cancer Research Foundation, www.lungcancerresearchfoundation.org.

Online condolences may be made at PinesFunerals.com

The care of J.D. has been entrusted to Powell Funeral Home, Aberdeen.