1946
2013
Sykes, Jim of Fountain City. He was born in Oak Ridge, raised in Kingston and attended Castle Heights Military Academy. Mr. Sykes served one tour of duty in Vietnam as a U.S. Army helicopter pilot. He received both a Bronze Star and a Distinguished Flying Cross. Preceded in death by his parents Mary Greene and James B. Sykes. Survived by his loving wife of 45 and a half years Sara Sykes of Fountain City, daughters and sons-in-law Casie and Michael Higginbotham of Smyrna, Jamie and Keith Bagwell of Knoxville, grandchildren Violet, Isaiah and Leah, brother Randy Sykes and wife Carrie of Seymour and nephew Chris Sykes of Knoxville, great nieces Jessica and Macy. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to The American Cancer Society's Hope Lodge in Nashville or the Arlington Church of Christ Food Bank. The family will receive friends Sunday, April 21, 2013 from 2-4pm at the Arlington Church of Christ. A Funeral Service will follow at 4pm with Bro. Mark Brackney. Graveside services will be at Tennessee Veterans Cemetery and will be announced at a later date. Arrangements by Lynnhurst/Greenwood Chapel. Friends may leave their condolences at www.lynnhurstchapel.com
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May 1, 2013
Jim Price
I was raised in Kingston and also attended Castle Heights. Always considered Jim a good friend. Sorry for your lost.
April 22, 2013
We have so many great memories with the Sykes family when they lived in Douglasville. I remember helping them pack up to move back to TN, and have only kept in touch via social media since then. That doesn't mean we care any less. Jim was a wonderful person! Sara, Casie and Jamie...we love all of you just like you were still near us. Hugs and prayers!
April 21, 2013
Jim, Sara, Casie, and Jamie were special friends to the Roebuck family when they lived in Douglasville, GA. Jim and his dry sense of humor help to develop some very fond memories. Although we have been separated by time and miles over the last several years, Jim Sykes will always be a part of my good time memories. Rest in Peace brother Jim. Larry Roebuck
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