James Leroy Thrift, Jr.

Reidsville

James Leroy Thrift, Jr. age 61 passed away Monday, January 30, 2017 at his residence. The Waycross native had lived in Reidsville for the past 37 years. He retired as an investigator in Inmate Affairs with the Georgia Department of Corrections after 28 years of service. He was of the Baptist Faith and enjoyed hunting, fishing and riding his loyal friend “Jake” around. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Leroy and Reba Thrift, Sr.; wife, Judy Thrift and a sister, Mary Thrift.

He is survived by his children, Bonnie Nix of Waycross, James (Kim) Beverly of Glennville, Stacy Thrift, Jamie Arnold, James (Megan) Waters all of Reidsville; siblings, Ellen Gillard of Douglas, Sherry Wheeler of Hoboken, Gladys (Lamar) Welch of Fargo, Ellie Lone (Jody) Thrift of Manor; 11 grandchildren, 1 great-grandson, numerous nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive.

Visitation will begin 5:00pm Wednesday, February 1, 2017 from the funeral home. Funeral services will be conducted 11:00am Thursday, February 2, 2017 from the Chapel of Low Country Cremation and Burial with the Reverend David Moxley officiating. Interment will follow at Pine Grove Baptist Church Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Jamie Wasson, Neal Thompson, Matthew, Thompkins, Austin Jordan, Brandon Franklin, Jarrett Franklin.

Low Country Cremation and Burial is serving the Thrift family.