James Thomas "Buddy" Lively's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2025 in Swainsboro, Georgia

James Thomas "Buddy" Lively

April 26, 1943 - May 8, 2025 (82 years old)

Swainsboro, Georgia

James Thomas "Buddy" Lively's obituary , Passed away on May 8, 2025 in Swainsboro, Georgia

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Chapman Funeral Home

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James Thomas "Buddy" Lively

April 26, 1943 - May 8, 2025 (82 years old)

Swainsboro, Georgia

James Thomas Lively Obituary

The memory of James Thomas Lively (Swainsboro, Georgia), who passed away on May 8, 2025 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Caleb Lively and Maxine Smith Lively; and his siblings, Betty Parker, Ruth Rich, Christine Lamb, Annie Reddig, Edna Gregg, Roy Lively and Howard Lively.

He is survived by: his wife Mi Lively of Swainsboro; his children, Jason Lively (Susan) of Alabama and Karen Newman (Rex) of Appling; his grandchildren, Derek Newman, Kacey Newman (Keith Odom), Justin Newman and Mary Jay Taylor (Chase); and his great grandchildren, Mason Newman, Jax Newman, Ryan Odom and John Taylor.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Chapman Funeral Home



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