James E. “Jimmy” Spradley

Posted on June 9, 2020

James E. “Jimmy” Spradley, 85, passed away on June 2, 2020, in Greenville.

He was born June 18, 1934, in Greenville to W.J. Spradley Sr. and Jennie V. Spradley.

Jimmy honorably served his country in the United States Army, serving in the Korean War.

He was of the Baptist faith.

Jimmy was a heavy equipment operator in various industries for many years. He also was a welder and a policeman at one time.

He was lifetime member of the local VFW Post 9225 of Perry and the Greenville American Legion Post 131, where he served as post commander for a number of years.

Jimmy was preceded in death by: his parents, W.J. and Jennie V. Spradley Sr.; and his sisters, Tennie Vee Davis, Margie Henderson, Juanita Goodman, Ida V. Floyd and Jackie O’Quinn.

Jimmy is survived by his siblings, Gwen “Sissy” Varela, Dillard Spradley and W.J. “Buddy” Spradley Jr.; as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

A graveside service will be held on Saturday, June 6, at 10 a.m. at Harmony Cemetery with the Rev. Jeff Bailey officiating.

All arrangements are under the direction of Burns Funeral Home of Perry. Friends may sign the online guest book at www.joepburnsfuneralhomes.com.