James Charles “Jimmy” Peterson 61, of Wilmington, NC died Tuesday, July 10, 2007 after an extended illness.
Jimmy was born on August 5, 1945 in Fayetteville, NC . He was a dedicated retired Vice President of the State Employees Credit Union, and will be remembered by all that knew him for his kind heart, generous soul, and love of his family, most especially his grandchildren. He also enjoyed hunting, fishing and the occasional poker game with his buddies.
He was pre-deceased by his father Charlie Hampton Peterson and his brother and best friend Wade Peterson.
Surviving are his mother Rose G. Peterson of New Bern;the mother of his children Cindy S. Peterson of Wake Forest; Daughter and son-in-law Kimberly and Lee Briley of Greenville, Son Jim Peterson of Nashville, TN. Sister and Brother-in-law Linda and Mike Jones of New Bern. Two Grandchildren Meagan and Holden Briley of Greenville.
Memorial Services will be conducted 4:00 P.M Saturday July 21, 2007 ,Windborne United Methodist Church, Raleigh, NC. with the Rev. William Allen and the Rev. John Strother officiating. The family will see friends following the service in the church fellowship hall.
Memorials in lieu of flowers at Jimmy’s request be made to “Meagan & Holden Briley college education fund” c/o any SECU branch or mail to c/o Marvin Alligood, 116 Hillcrest Drive Washington NC. 27889.
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