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James William Bendall (Jim), 90, of Athens, Alabama, passed away on December 2, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1934 in Courtland, Alabama to William Marvin and Lucy Seale Gates Bendall.
James William Bendall (Jim), 90, of Athens, Alabama, passed away on December 2, 2024. He was born on November 15, 1934 in Courtland, Alabama to William Marvin and Lucy Seale Gates Bendall.He graduated from Coffee High School. Jim secured a job with Reynolds Aluminum in Kentucky where he met the love of his life Doris Faye Farmer. They married on November 15, 1957, and later relocated back to Alabama. Jim and Faye celebrated 67 years of marriage.
Jim loved interacting with people. Following his 30 years with Alfa insurance, he retired and became a full-time “Papaw.” He adored his grandkids and often spoke about them. Jim and Faye also enjoyed traveling and listening to bluegrass music. They were founding and active members of Emmanuel Baptist Church. Jim loved watching Alabama football and followed the kicking career of his grandson from the Crimson Tide to the Minnesota Vikings.
Jim is survived by his wife, Doris Faye Bendall, son Ray Bendall (Ginger) and daughter Dana Swanner (Joey), grandchildren Amy Bendall, Allison Kazan (Braxton), Taylor Cathers (Nick) and Will Reichard (Amelia.)
Jim was preceded in death by both of his parents and his brother, Jack Gates Bendall.
The Celebration of Life service will be held at Emmanuel Baptist Church (Athens, Alabama) on Saturday, December 7 at 11:00 AM. Visitation will precede the service, beginning at 9:30. Funeral arrangements are being handled by Spry Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to Emmanuel Baptist Church or a charity of your choice.
