James Olive Pierce, age 97, of Hampton, Georgia passed away on Sunday, June 5, 2022. He was born in Stonewall, GA to the late T.H. and Mamie Pierce on July 5, 1924. He was one of eleven siblings which have preceded him in death, except Bill. His daughter, Anne Barrett and his son, Jimmy Pierce and one grandchild, Timothy Barrett also preceded him. Mr. Pierce enjoyed cars, playing the harmonica, making people laugh and taking cruises. James was a proud U.S. Army veteran serving from 1943 to 1946 during W.W. II and he was a member of the American Legion. He worked for Southern Bell, AT & T and Atlanta Auto Auction. James was a firm and avid supporter of Donald Trump. He is survived by his wife of 36 years, Patricia Pierce, children, Donna (Norris) Thornton of The Woodlands, TX, Lori Kennington of Smyrna, GA, Lisa (Allen) Beveridge of Marietta, GA and Eric (Natascha) Carvelli of Yelm, WA. Three grandchildren, Dana Stanley, Terry Barrett and Sarah Beveridge, four great grandchildren, one brother, Bill (Kathy) Pierce of Alabama and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Also, his best friend, Marvin (Penny) Parker. The family will receive friends from 10:30am - 11:30am on Friday, June 10, 2022 at Haisten Funeral Home in McDonough, GA. Graveside services will be held at 1:00pm on Friday at Westview Cemetery in Atlanta. Please make contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital or Sacred Journey Hospice.
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