James Barbee

James Lewis “Jim” Barbee, age 76, of Oakboro, passed away on Monday, February 18, 2013 at Stanly Regional Medical Center. The family will receive friends at Barbees Grove Baptist Church of Oakboro on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 from 3:00pm until 4:00pm. The funeral service, officiated by Rev. Phillip Smith, will be held at Barbees Grove Baptist Church on Wednesday, February 20, 2013 at 4:00pm. Burial will follow at Smith Grove Church Cemetery. At other times, the family will meet at his home. Jim was born on May 12, 1936, to the late Lee Barbee and the late Letha Barbee. Mr. Barbee is survived by his loving wife of 49 years, Ann Barbee of the home; a brother, Jack Barbee of Albemarle; and numerous nieces and nephews. Memorials may be made to Barbees Grove Baptist Church, 24819 Barbees Grove Rd. Oakboro, NC 28129. Hartsell Funeral Home of Albemarle is serving the Barbee family.