James Burrell Dover

James Burrell Dover, known as J.B., went to his heavenly home on September 29th, 2021. He was born in Skirum, Alabama on June 2nd, 1927 to Donaldson Doyle Dover and Essie Rucks Dover. J.B. is preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Margaret Moody Dover, one son, his parents, two brothers, and two sisters.

J.B. was a WWII and Korean War Veteran, where he served in the Navy. Upon returning home, he attended and graduated from the University of Alabama. Following graduation, J.B. went to work for the State of Alabama until moving to Dallas, Texas where he began his career in the field of Life Insurance. After his time in Dallas J.B. moved his family to Waco, Texas where he was Secretary-Treasurer of American Amicable Life Insurance Company, then J.B. served as Secretary-Treasurer and Director of Alico Management Company. Following his time at Alico he assumed the position of Director of US Life Insurance Company. During his time in Waco JB was also active in the community where he served as a Director for the Blue Bonnet Council of Girl Scouts and President of Woodway Country Club.

In 1980, J.B. moved his family to Birmingham and became President and CEO of Officers Benefit Association for 30 years. After moving to Birmingham, J.B. and his family became active members of Bluff Park United Methodist Church.

J.B. leaves behind one daughter Suzanne Pratt, husband George, son Jim Dover, wife Ellen, and son Don Dover. Grandchildren Miller Pratt, Crystan, Davison, Avery, James and Maggie Dover will serve as Honorary Pallbearers.

Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, October 6th, 2021 at Bluff Park United Methodist Church. Visitation will be available at 10:30 with Services following at 11:00. The family asks that in lieu of flowers a contribution be made to Bluff Park United Methodist Church Youth Ministry.