James Joe Preidt

1963 - 2014

James Joe Preidt obituary, 1963-2014, Mount Holly, NC

BORN

1963

DIED

2014

FUNERAL HOME

Carothers Funeral Home at Gaston Memorial Park

2205 Williamsburg Drive

Gastonia, North Carolina

James Preidt Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Apr. 9, 2014.

James Joe Preidt, 51, of Mt. Holly, NC died Monday, April 7, 2014 at the Robin Johnson Hospice House in Dallas, NC. He was born in Shelbyville, IN and was the son of John Preidt, Jr. and the late Barbara Wells Preidt.

Jamie was a graduate of Purdue University and was employed as a financial underwriter for Accenture.

In addition to his father he is survived by his wife, Suzanne "Suzie" Carrico Preidt; son, John Preidt, daughters, Alyssa and Kara Preidt of the home; step-sons, Joseph and Scott Ernstes of IN; brothers, John K. Preidt and Alan Dagley, both of Shelbyville, IN, sisters, Peggy Briscoe, Sheryl Akers, Dawn Rutherford all of Shelbyville, IN and Kay Campbell of Greenwood, IN.

A celebration of his life will be held at 2:00 p.m., Friday, April 11, 2014 at Carothers Funeral Home in Gastonia with Rev. John Palonero and Rev. Jeff Padgett officiating. Burial will follow at Evergreen Cemetery in Belmont.
The family will receive friends from 6-8:30p.m.

Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, 107 S. Broad St., Gastonia, NC 28052 or to Charlotte Rescue Mission, 907 W. 1st St., Charlotte, NC 28208.

Arrangements are in the care of Carothers Funeral Home, 312 W 2nd Ave. Gastonia, NC. Online condolences may be placed at www.carothersfuneralhomegastonia.com.

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April 24, 2014

Marsha Marks

Susie & family -- I'm so sorry that we just learned of Jamie's passing. He was a delight to know and a pleasure to work with. On behalf of the underwriting team at Accenture we send many thoughts, prayers and blessings.

April 24, 2014

Latoya Dawkins

To the Preidt Family you are in my thoughts and prayers. James was a very sweet man and a pleasure to work with. He always had a smile on his face and knew how to put a smile on the face of others. I pray that the holy spirti continues to comfort you through this difficult time and days to come.

April 12, 2014

rhonda milligan

April 12, 2014

Rhonda Milligan(Fitz)

I am so sorry for your loss, The passing of Jamie has really torn us up, My mom and I and my dad and Bret and Cheryl and Jamie all went to Vegas in Rv's one year . We had a ball, seems like yesterday. We all were close growing up and our parents were always hanging together, which put your family in a special place with my family, Our family is deeply saddened, but we are blessed to know he is in the best of hands now. If you need anything please don't hesitate to call my mom, Jeanetta Fitz or myself . Our thoughts and prayers are with each and everyone of you,

April 11, 2014

Suzie.......My continued prayers for you and sincere sympathy for you and all of the family at this difficult time.

Tom Vincent

April 11, 2014

Robert Higgins

To the Preidt Family, we are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers. Jamie will be missed dearly...

April 10, 2014

Cathryn Brindle

Our thoughts are with all of your family during this time of loss. With sincere sympathy,

Cathryn and Jim Brindle
Bob and Wendy Condron

April 10, 2014

Stephanie Matney-Coe

Prayers to the family. I remember him fondly from high school. He will be missed.

April 10, 2014

Dennis Hearne

To the Preidt Family, I wish to express our deepest condolences. Jamie was my student and football player at Shelbyville High School , one of the finest young men I have had the pleasure to work with. He was a man of character and honor, he will be missed. Rest In Peace!

April 10, 2014

Suzie,

I will be thinking of you and your family during this time.
Joe Brown

April 10, 2014

Portia Coram

To the Preidt Family. My heart goes out to you all during your time of loss. My prayers are that God grants you peace, strength, and understanding during this difficult time.
Portia Coram (Code Enforcement)
Inspections Coordinator

April 10, 2014

Masika Edwards

Sending prayers to the Preidt Family. Mr. Preidt had a wonderful spirit; he will be missed!

Masika Edwards

April 10, 2014

Sara Fisher

Suzie and Family, you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God give you His strength and peace. I can remember Jaime bringing plans into Mecklenburg County for plan review. He always had a smile and kind words to say to everyone. He brought joy to everyone who knew him. God Bless you and your family.

April 9, 2014

Wess Cason

So sorry for your loss, Jamie was a great friend. We did business for years and he was a great encouragement to me :-)
Wess Cason, Broker/Owner RE/MAX Gold Matthews, NC

April 9, 2014

Sara L.

Our hearts go out to your family during this difficult time. May you be comforted by God's promises as we have been. We are eagerly looking forward to the time when "death will no longer exist" and "neither shall there be anymore pain." You will be in our prayers.

April 9, 2014

Suzie and Family....sorry for the loss of you beloved husband, father & brother...Many prayers and thoughts durning your time of sorrow...Gaston County Building Inspections

April 9, 2014

Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord give you supernatural peace during this time of sorrow and carry you through the storm. With all our love, Aaron, Kelly Kara and Ashtyn Wright

April 8, 2014

Eric and Carol Crane

Susie and Family,
We were deeply saddened to hear of Jaimes' passing. He was a man of integrity and wit in our eyes. He was quiet many times when we were around but I am sure that it was because he was always thinking. We send our prayers to you and the family. Just know that we do care....praying that God will carry you and yours through this valley........Love, Carol and Eric Crane

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