James Edward Pierce

James Edward Pierce, age 93, of Eclectic, AL passed away on Saturday, April 29, 2023. James was born to James Arthur Pierce and Mary Lou Pierce in 1929. He is preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Marie Y. Pierce; his siblings, Margaret McGahey, Ida Bowles, Alice Nolan, Katherine Warren, Elizabeth Wright, Gussie Green, Charlie Pierce and Robert Pierce. Mr. Pierce is survived by his daughter, Sandra Pierce-Hanna; his son, James Devin Pierce; his granddaughters, Erin Pierce Reece (Ryan), Jama Marie Sexton (Bobby Jr.), and Abbie Pierce; his great grandchildren, Olivia, Hadley, Evie, David and Matthew; his siblings, William Reeves, Doris Jean Ray and Brenda Westbrook; his former daughter-in-law, Joy Pierce and many beloved nieces, nephews and cousins.

Retired from the US Air Force and a disabled veteran, James will be remembered for his role as greeter at Ridgecrest Baptist Church. His warm smile and engaging character made him a natural for welcoming his church family each Sunday. He loved gardening and being on his farm, but his real passion was doting on his great grandchildren.

Pallbearers will be Joey Bocchino, Kevin Johnson, Billy Johnson, Joel Yarbrough, Kevin Fuller and Dru Jacobs. Honorary pallbearers are the Ridgecrest Baptist Rohan Sunday School Class. Memorials may be shared with Ridgecrest Baptist Church.

A family and friends visitation for James will be held Thursday, May 4, 2023 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Leak Memory Chapel, 945 Lincoln Rd, Montgomery, Alabama 36109. A celebration of life service will occur Friday, May 5, 2023 at 1:00 PM at Ridgecrest Baptist Church, 5260 Vaughn Rd, Montgomery, Alabama 36116 followed by a burial at the Pierce Family Plot, 1074 South Fleahop Rd., Eclectic, AL 36024.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.Leak-MC.com for the Pierce family.