Jimmy Franklin Trotter Obituary

The memory of Jimmy Franklin Trotter of Thomasville, North Carolina, who passed away on May 15, 2026 at the age of 88, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Charlie Trotter and Bessie Riley Trotter; his wife Donese Ann Hicks Trotter; his son Terry Trotter; and his brothers, Raeford Trotter, Donald Trotter and Clarence Trotter.

He is survived by: his daughters, Teresa Eddinger (Michael) of Thomasville, Sandi Watts (Tony) of Thomasville and Sherry Trotter of Thomasville; his sister Ellarae Gordon of Thomasville; and his grandchildren, Paige Trotter, Christina Gallimore, Mike Eddinger (Cynthia), Adam Watts, Sabrina Harmon (Aaron) and Leia Trotter. He is also survived by nine great-grandchildren.

Memorials may be directed to Hospice of Davidson County, 200 Hospice Way, Lexington, NC 27292.