We are sad to announce that on March 20, 2024 we had to say goodbye to James Grey Shealy Jr. in Lexington, South Carolina, born in Sumter, South Carolina. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by : his father James Grey "Jim" Shealy, Sr.. He is survived by : his wife Vickie Smith Shealy; his sons, James Grey Shealy, III (Sara Marie) of Sumter and Joshua Lee Shealy (Hannah Grace) of Easley; his granddaughter Scarlett Marie Shealy; and his brothers, Steve Shealy (Carole) of Springfield, GA and Matt Shealy (Jennifer) of Indianapolis, IN.. He is also survived by his two sons, brother, nephew and very dear friend.

Memorials may be made to Alice Drive Baptist Church Sumter, SC.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Elmore-Cannon-Stephens Funeral Home

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April 23, 2024

Stacy Massey and Interchem Services LLC team planted 100 trees

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April 23, 2024

Stacy Massey lit a candle

“In loving memory of Jay, Hark Working Dude and one of the best people I’ve known in my life. Please accept my most heartfelt sympathies for your tremendous loss.”

April 5, 2024

Terri Shimensky and Chemical Solvents Inc. planted 30 trees

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March 27, 2024

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“"In loving memory of James Grey Shealy Jr., Wishing you peace to bring comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your hearts."”

March 27, 2024

Someone planted 30 trees

March 27, 2024

Brian Dornbusch planted 75 trees

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March 26, 2024

Jim Williams planted 20 trees

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March 25, 2024

Edel Foley lit a candle

“We were privileged to welcome Jay to Ireland in May, 2019. We enjoyed Jameson's distillery and Guinness in Fureys. Trips to Trim castle, Loughcrew megalithic site, Clonmacnoise monastery and Mayo followed. His fun and enthusiasm were contagious. I met Jay again in Atlanta in 2022; it was like meeting an old friend. The Foley family are saddened we cannot enjoy Jay's company in Ireland again. Sincere condolences to his family. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. Edel Foley and Pat McDonnell”

March 25, 2024

Love, Michelle & Jeff Hammond lit a candle

March 25, 2024

Love, Michelle & Jeff Hammond sent flowers

“In loving memory of James Grey Shealy Jr., Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. We will miss, his “My cup of Jay” telephone calls and in person visits, giving us an update on Ms Vickie, his grand babies and Harley rides. Heaven is more brighter now!”

March 25, 2024

The Clumpner Family sent flowers

“In loving memory of James Grey Shealy Jr., With deepest sympathies.”

March 23, 2024

Love, the Savannah Harley-Davidson Riding Academy Team sent flowers

“Thank you for Jay's wonderful presence and kind, loving heart. He will always be remembered here and in each of our hearts. We miss you, brother. Ride free!”

March 23, 2024

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March 23, 2024

Stacy Massey planted 50 trees

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March 26, 2024

Ryan Sparks wrote a sympathy message

“I came to know Jay recently through work when I joined “his Alcon family” as he called us. Despite only knowing him for a short time, he made a lasting impact on me. It was as if I’ve known him my whole life. He was so full of joy and instantly hugged me like we were old friends. I suspect Jay never met a stranger. He is truly someone I will never forget and he will be deeply missed. My condolences. Ryan Sparks”

March 26, 2024

Shay Foley wrote a sympathy message

“In loving memory of James Grey Shealy Jr., Please accept our most heartfelt sympathies for your loss. Jay was a business partner, a best friend and a spiritual soul mate. He visited my family on both sides of the Atlantic. We spent time together in Atlanta and we had a truly wonderful time in Ireland. I look forward to meeting Jay on the other side with that warm embrace and the big smile.”

March 25, 2024

Kelly Devries wrote a sympathy message

“My sincere condolences to Jay’s wife Vickie, his family, and loved ones on this deep loss. Jay had an unashamed love for the Lord and Jesus Christ, and he had a love for life and this will always stick with me. I only met him just over a year ago when he joined our “sled head” group for a snowmobile trip in Northern Ontario. Jay was an inspiration to us all on this trip and left us with so many memories. He will be missed! Kelly”

March 24, 2024

Mike Lindauer wrote a sympathy message

“Condolences to the entire Shealy family. Jay was instrumental in helping me when I first started my business in 1997. We were also musical brothers and he even sat in with my Western Swing band in TX. He will be missed. RIP old friend. Mike Lindauer”