James "Jimmy" Rex Briles's obituary , Passed away on May 20, 2026 in Southmont, North Carolina

James "Jimmy" Rex Briles

May 2, 1940 - May 20, 2026 (86 years old)

Southmont, North Carolina

James "Jimmy" Rex Briles's obituary , Passed away on May 20, 2026 in Southmont, North Carolina

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Davidson Funeral Home Inc

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James "Jimmy" Rex Briles

May 2, 1940 - May 20, 2026 (86 years old)

Southmont, North Carolina

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James Rex Briles Obituary

The passing of James Rex Briles of Southmont, North Carolina leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on May 20, 2026 at the age of 86. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

In the quiet moments of reflection, let us honor James' memory by embracing the beauty of each fleeting moment, knowing that his spirit resides in the eternal tapestry of existence, forever woven into the fabric of our hearts.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Rex Briles and Ivy Black Briles. He is survived by: his wife Catherine McGarry Briles (Nee Cameron); his sons, James Rex Briles Jr. (Jovanna) of Winston-Salem and Rodney Trent Briles of Thomasville; his grandchildren, Michael Trent Briles (Sarah) of Greensboro, Alexandria Parry (Marty) of Valdese and Cameron Jewel Briles of Trinity, NC; his great grandchild Braylin Briles of Greensboro; and his siblings, Ellen Machacek (David) of Zebulon and Kevin Garrett of Burlington.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Davidson Funeral Home Inc



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