Jimmy Charles Early: Obituary

Mr. Jimmy Charles Early, age 63, passed away Tuesday, July 10, 2018.

Jimmy was born in Lumpkin County on January 13, 1955 to the late James Edward and Laverne Lance Early. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his step son Joey Adams. Jimmy was a mail carrier for 28 years in Lumpkin County. He loved to fish and work on his old cars. Jimmy was affectionately called “Papas” by his grandchildren. He was a member of Cavenders Creek Baptist Church.

Survivors include his wife Martha Elliott, Blairsville; sister and brother in law Judy and Frankie Henson, Canton; brother Brian Early, Dahlonega; step daughter and son in law Sabra and Rex Cain, Dahlonega; step daughter Starr Elliott, Dawsonville; grandchildren C.J. Carney, Angel Cain, Justin Cain, Kennedy Norton and Callie Adams; nephew Brent Henson; great nephew Fin Henson; several other nieces, nephews and relatives also survive.

Funeral services are scheduled for 12:00 PM Friday, July 13, 2018 in the chapel of Banister Funeral Home. The Reverend Stephen Adams will officiate. Interment will follow in the Bethlehem-Jones Chapel Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Thursday at the funeral home.

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Banister Funeral Home of Dahlonega