James “Jabbo” Grace, age 47 of Haleyville, passed away Sunday, May 26. 2024 at Huntsville Hospital surrounded by his loving family.
He was born February 20, 1977. Jabbo was a hard worker. He was a self employed truck driver and diesel mechanic. His greatest joy in life however was his family- especially his grandkids. Jabbo was a devoted loving husband, father, paw paw, as well as a faithful friend to all.
Visitation will be Sunday, June 2, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m at Nichols Funeral Home in Haleyville, where the service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Burial will be at Bethel No. 2 Cemetery in Delmar. Pastor Jeff Whitten will officiate.
Jabbo is survived by his wife of 30 years, Melissa Ann Grace; children, Christopher Allen Grace and his wife Deanna, Taylor Brooke Grace Britnell and her husband Tyler, and James Collin Grace; grandchildren, Addilyn Kayte Britnell, Ellie Jane Britnell, Ashlynn Collins Grace, and Jaxon Bryant Grace; mother, Kathy Smith; brother, Joe Grace and his wife Viola; aunts, Wanda Duvall, Gloria Pelt and her husband Tim, and Susie Barber; uncle, Donnie Smith; and a host of other family and friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Robert Larry Aderholt; grandmother, Loverta Hood; aunt, Darlene Smith; uncles, Talmadge Gray, Marvin Martin, and Larry Duvall; and brother, Michael Grace.
In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate memorial contributions to help cover funeral expenses.
Memories and condolences may be shared at www.nicholsfuneralhomes.com
