James Alvin Spivey, Jr., 68, was ushered into heaven amidst a room full of worship and praise Thursday, July 3, 2025.
He born October 12, 1956, in Florida and resided predominantly in the Waycross/Brantley County area in his adult life.
In his youth, he worked alongside his father in orange groves and later with bees, cultivating a robust work ethic. He dedicated 33 years as an EMT, Paramedic and EMS Director in Glynn, Brantley and Pierce Counties, where he was fondly referred to as Poppy.
He was a good provider to his children, both by blood and marriage. He passed down his love of fishing to his children and grandchildren. He loved to go on outdoor adventures later in life and took every opportunity to enjoy hiking and camping.
A devout follower of The Lord, he held his church family in high regard and prayed daily for his loved ones. He was widely recognized for his kindness, sense of humor and wholehearted love.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rita; his parents, James and Luvine and his nephew, Glen Dyal.
Survivors include his wife, Niki; his children, James Spivey (Rachel), Sherri Bennett (Vance), Linnie Manuel (Woody), Breanna Staten, Jeremiah Staten (Jessi) and Emma Varnes; his grandchildren Adrian (Carly), Vandi, Braydn, Nayla, Waylon, Leighton, Mataeo, and Finn; his great-grandchildren, Liam and Revan; his sister, Betty Walker (Ken); his nieces, Kimmae VanLeimpd, Melissa Repep, Kim Rowell, and four great-nieces and great-nephews, Kailey, Kiana, Leilani and John Alex.
A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. Sunday, July 13, from the Destination Church in Blackshear.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Hospice Satilla, 808 Evergreen Way Waycross, GA 31501, where James received such loving care and support.
Sympathy may be expressed by signing the online registry at www.musicfuneralhome.com.
Music Funeral Home of Waycross is in charge of arrangements.
