
James Hoover “Jimmie” Garner, 90, passed into the loving arms of his Savior, Sunday October 13, 2019, at FirstHealth Hospice House, Pinehurst, NC, surrounded by family.
Funeral Service will be 1:00 PM, Wednesday, October 16, 2019 at Smyrna United Methodist Church, where he was a member, with the Reverend David Woodhouse, Reverend Edwin Moore, Reverend Farrell Hussey and Reverend June Grant officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.
Jimmie was a native of Moore County. He graduated from Westmoore High School. He ran a bulldozer, was a salesman for Phillips Ford and then began a long career in banking with Bank of Montgomery, that later became FirstBank where he became President and CEO. He received many awards and recognition’s for his work at the bank and also in the community. Jimmie loved the Lord, his family and his church. Jimmie served in many areas at Smyrna United Methodist Church. He was the choir director for almost 70 years, Lay Leader, Chair of the Administrative Council, teacher of the Men’s Sunday School class for over 50 years, President of the United Methodist Men, and served alongside his wife Dot, as leaders of the Smyrna United Methodist Youth Fellowship for more than 30 years. Jimmie loved people and wanted everyone to know how much Jesus loved them. He was a member of the Robbins Men’s Chorus, the Robbins Quartet and then sang with his daughters and brother Bill in a quartet. Jimmie also sang for countless weddings and funerals.
Jimmie enjoyed working with his hands, in the shop and on the farm. Family trips to the beach and mountains, were always full of fun. He was proud of all his family, spending time, especially with grandchildren and great grandchildren was very important. Jimmie allowed Christ to be the guiding force in his life and desired that others knew Him as their Savior. Jimmie was a son of the late Oscar and Annie Williams Garner and was preceded in death by his wife of 69 year, Dot; sisters: Beulah Williams, Marie Owens, Dorothy McNeill, Odessa Greene; brothers: Bud Garner, Cecil Garner, Henry Clay Garner, Bill Garner.
Jimmie is survived by daughters: Sandy Hussey and husband Farrell; Joan Powers and husband Doug; grandchildren: James Hussey and wife Christina, Matthew Powers and wife Nikki, Jared Hussey and wife Jamie, Melissa Cox and husband Matthew; great grandchildren: Emory, Maddox, Rowan, Jaxon, Jimmy, Macalister, Maekyn, Abigail; sister in law; Janelle Garner; many nieces, nephews, friends, and a host of Moore relatives.
The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 PM on Tuesday, October 15, 2019 at Smyrna United Methodist Church Family Life Center and at other times at the home.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Smyrna United Methodist Church Special Projects Fund, 203 Smyrna Church Road, Robbins, NC 27325.
Kennedy Funeral Home is serving the Garner Family.
Online condolences may be made at www.pinesfunerals.com
Prayers from Betsy Needham and family may God comfort all during this time
Jimmie taught me much about integrity and love. I’ll miss him
He handed me my Diploma when graduating from High School. He also sang at my Mother’s and Daddy’s funerals. He was always kind and friendly wherever I saw him.
May God give you comfort and strength now and in the days ahead!!!
Paul and Linda Horner
Jackie Preslar
Sandy , Joan and all the family. May God Bless and comfort you during this time. Love and prayers. Carl and Paula
Jimmie was a living legend to
What is a Christian, Family man , Friend and a great banker.
God blessed us by Jimmie in our community and being our role model.
A great man! It was a special blessing to work with Jimmie.
A real friend who will truly be missed, but heaven has gained a wonderful man!
TAR HEEL DRUG
We were deeply saddened to hear of Jimmy’s passing. He and Dot were great friends of ours and will be greatly missed.
I am so sorry to hear of Mr Garners passing. I had the pleasure of working with him at First Bank for many years. Never has there been a more honest and kind person to work for. Praying for comfort for the family.
This is such sad news. Mr. Garner was such a wonderful Christian man. He will be greatly missed. It was always such a blessing to see him. His smile and great words were always uplifting and you would get such a great feeling talking with him. He was such a sweet man. My condolences to the family and he will be missed.
A GENUINE CHRISTIAN GENTLEMAN AND A PEOPLE PERSON EXTRAORDINAIRE.
Shelia Cole And Family.
Prayers for the family. Jimmie was a fine Christian man and highly principled leader. All who ever met him are better off for the experience.
My sympathy to all of his family. He left a great legacy.
I never knew Mr. Garner personally but have experienced and benefited from all he accomplished at First Bank. My prayers go out to the family and I praise the Lord he is with his heavenly Father.
Prayers for the family . Mr. Garner was a great First Bank president besides that he was a great Christian leader for First Bank and he will be truly missed. I am so glad I did get to see him a couple of weeks ago when Frances Cagle brought him by. Heaven has gained another angel!
Praying for the family! Jimmie made such an impression on me with his humble and servant leadership. May you feel God’s comfort surrounding your family. Thankful for the hope we have in Christ!
So sorry to hear about Mr. Jimmie. His visits to Autumn Care will be greatly missed. It was wonderful to see him as he spread the love and joy of Jesus wherever he went. He was truly a servant of Jesus Christ.
To the family:
You are in our thoughts and prayers. Sorry for your loss.
Love, Harold, Pat, & Misty Clark
Psalms 116:15
I am grateful that our paths crossed. Our community and all that came in contact with you are better because of you
Joan and all the family. What a wonderful example of Christian living. I remember Jimmy especially for his singing. He & my dad were friends and both were choir directors & shared their talents. He will not only be missed by his church but by a great number of people. My sympathy is with you in this loss.
I’ve met Mr. Garner only a view times when I was first employed with First Bank. I remember clearly that every time he visited our Branch he made sure to give you a “good” handshake and speak to you like he had known you for years. That left a tremendous impression on me! Thoughts and prayers to his entire family.
What an awesome tribute video. The pictures of the family and especially of Jimmie’s singing. His voice was touched by angels and it always sent goosebumps on my arms because you knew he believed every word he sang! There was a great and mighty celebration in heaven the day he passed and I am sure he is in that heavenly choir with all those angels. I know it is hard on Sandy, Joan, Farrell, Doug and all the grandchildren and greats and anyone he touched but they have the assurance of his Godly life that they will see him again. My prayers for you all at this difficult time.
Neil & family,
I was so sorry that I wasn’t aware of Jimmie’s passing until just a short time ago. I certainly would have seen you this evening at the visitation. And unfortunately I already have an obligation that will preclude me being at Smyra tomorrow.
Jimmie was a wonderful man. I first remember him at Phillips Ford. And later as I enjoyed time and time again listening to his beautiful gift of singing. What a blessing that he shared it so freely with us for so many years. You all will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Robert and Connie
Amy & Wally Armstrong
Prayers for your family. I was so Blessed to have known your Dad…
Well thought of and Loved man, will be missed friend. Prayers of peace for family
Mr Garner was a very kind man and I was fortunate to have worked for him. He led the bank to become a stable and solid rock during times when others faltered. We were blessed to have him as a leader in the bank , in the communities and in our lives. Deepest sympathies to all his family. Pam Wase
Kim and I were grieved to learn of your loss of Mr.Garner. You are all in our prayers. We were always so impressed with his Christian love and concern for us and countless others. When in his or Mrs. Garner’s presence you felt appreciated and loved. Professionally, Mr. Garner always had a word of encouragement and wisdom to share with me as Principal at Westmoore. We will miss his smile and warm demeanor. May God cradle you all in His loving arms in your grief and in the days to come. God bless you. We love you all. Bruce and KIm
So sorry for your loss Jimmy was a great Man 🙏🏼For your family , Heaven is sweeter with him there !
be surely missed. We looked up to you here on earth and still looking up to you in Heaven with the Father
and Son. Thank you.
My thoughts n prayers are with you 🙏
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