James Wallace France Sr

Birth date: Jun 3, 1939 Death date: Sep 5, 2016

OBITUARY-James Wallace France Sr. James Wallace France Sr., 77, Johnson City, passed away to be with the Lord, Monday, September 5, 2016 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a Washington Co. native and a son of the late William Ephe and Mary Ruth Abel France. Mr. France was a fireman for the Johnson City Fire Department for 34 and a half years before retiring as a sergeant. He was a U.S. Navy veteran and served on the USS WASP. James was a member of Skyline Heights Baptist Church. He also loved to fish and was a cross-stitch expert. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by two brothers, Ricky and William France; and a grandson, Daniel France Jr. Survivors include his wife of 58 years, Margie Louise France; three sons, James France Jr. and wife Robian, Daniel France Sr. and wife Bonnie, and Terry France and wife Bobbi; two sisters, Sharon Hartman and husband Eddie, and Gisele France; seven grandchildren, Megan, Stephanie, Candice, Amanda, Steve, Kami, and Cody France, all of Johnson City; 14 great-grandchildren. The family expresses a special thanks to the Johnson City Fire Department for their kindness and support. The funeral service will be conducted Thursday, September 8, 2016, at 7PM in the East Chapel of Appalachian Funeral Home with Rev. Don Page and Rev. Alan Stewart officiating. The family will receive friends Thursday from 5PM to 7PM. The graveside committal service will be Friday, September 9, 2016 at 10AM in Mountain Home National Cemetery. Those wishing to attend are requested to meet to at the funeral home by 9:30AM Friday to proceed to the cemetery. Memories and condolences may be shared with the family at www.appfh.net. Appalachian Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 800 E. Watauga Ave., is serving the France family. 928-6111 Order Flowers Service DetailsThursday, September 8th, 2016 7:00pm, Appalachian Funeral Home- East Chapel Interment DetailsMountain Home National CemeteryRead Obituary

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244w ago

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Anonymous

244w ago

My condolences to Jim's family he was a character that anyone who knew him would never forget him I am glad that I got the chance to serve in the fire department with him.

Anonymous

244w ago

When we thought back about Jim and Louise at Southside, the one thing that stood out was how much they loved their grandchildren. Our prayers are with you and your family. Jim will be missed. Romans 8:18 For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us.

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244w ago

Thinking of you at this difficult time in friendship and love.

Anonymous

244w ago

Louise and Sons: I rejoice with Jim that He is in the arms of Jesus. My deepest condolences on your loss. I remember some fun times with you and Jim, Louise, and your little boys. Harry Larimer and Jim would always try to tell me that Danny was the meanest, but we knew better. Our oldest son, Tom, made your boys look like angels. Jim was fun to be around. I pray the Peace of Jesus for all of you through this trial. We know the separation from Jim won't be long.