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James Francis Devitt, III was born April 5, 1985 in Columbus, Georgia to the late Rosalyn Stanford and James Francis Devitt, Jr. During his childhood and teenage years, James enjoyed riding his dirtbike and was passionate about fixing up cars, whether it was adding a new set of rims or installing a new hydraulics system. He was always mechanically inclined and loved tinkering with various items.
After his teenage years, James obtained his Commercial Drivers License and went to work for a local long-haul trucking operation. These times were hard as the time away from family is never easy; however, he did get the opportunity to see many of the country’s beautiful scenes. At one point, James started his own trucking operation, Jesse James Hauling, moving a variety of heavy equipment and materials. During this time, James continued to enjoy riding motorcycles and was a member of a local motorcycle club. His biggest passion was spending time with his children, who were the light of his life.
James Francis Devitt, III, 33, of Cataula, Georgia passed away on Thursday, August 16, 2018. He is preceded in death by his mother, father, and both sets of maternal and paternal grandparents.
Survivors include his wife, Kasey Devitt of Phenix City, Alabama; beloved children, Jesse, Bailey, Landon, and Kamden; sister, Holly (Jay Burditt) Devitt of Cataula, Georgia; half-siblings, Ryan Todd of Memphis, Tennessee and Jennifer Devitt of Valley, Alabama; step-mother, Jane Anne Devitt of Columbus, Georgia; and a host of extended family and friends.
The family will hold a Celebration of Life Service 11:00 am on Tuesday, August 28, 2018 at Bigham Chapel United Methodist Church, 224 Fortson Road, Fortson, Georgia 31808.
In lieu of flowers, the family asks for memorial donations be made to PAWS Humane Society, Bigham Chapel UMC, or the charity of one’s choice.
The Devitt Family is being assisted by Georgia Cremation, 7500 Veterans Parkway, Suite A, Columbus, Georgia 31909, 706-577-0055. The Family invites you to leave a condolence or share a fond memory of James below.
Holly Devitt says
If only you were still here with us to read this… you’d know that you were never ever alone. You were and still are loved by many people. You would happy to know just how many people have reached out to me on your behalf once this happened. If only we all knew how lost you were before hand…maybe then we could of saved your life. I promise to keep you alive in memory and always keep you in my heart. I know your with our parents now and more importantly with The Good Lord. Till I see you again…ILL LOVE YOU FOREVER. Your little sister..Holly or Dween as you would call me if you were here. 😊
Dixie says
I will never forgot all of our childhood memories … you were truly like a brother To me even though you would say I was the sister you never wanted lol you would remind me of that every time I see you and we would always laugh about it all .. I love you so much and I wish I could have been there for you more .. until we meet again RIP James xoxo
Kasey says
I remember all the good times we had. All the laughs jokes we shared together. Our beautiful kids. You were such a great dad husband. Your kids and I miss you so much and we love you. You will always be in our hearts forever. We know you are with your dad n mom having a good time laughing and smiling. We love you James. See again…❤️❤️❤️❤️ Love Kasey, Jesse,Bailey Landon and Kamden. Fly high James
Karyn Jordan says
Jamie, I remember those big beautiful blue eyes looking at me while you were trying to be a sneaky little 10-year old kid. The summer that I had the opportunity to watch you and Holly was one of the best summers I remember. I hate that life had taken such a toll on you that you had to find a way to get out of it so quickly. You will be definitely be missed and loved by so many.
With much love, Mrs. Karyn
Bailey devitt says
Bailey devitt
Me and my daddy had a fun time together and when we whent to to the circis and whan we let of grandma roses balloons off on her birthday and when it was my 1st birthday i smased my head in the cake i didn’t want enybody geting my cake cause it was good i love my daddy and his favtite thing to do is to ride dirt bikes.
Jesse devitt says
Jesse devitt when we were with daddy he would play with us and take us to the fair and he would drive us in his truck and tell us to sing and dance
Landon devittword says
I’m writing what my little brother saying about daddy. When he went to the circis with daddy .He rided bikes with daddy and then went to macDonolds .They went to the store and got some food .Daddy fixed bike and tranning wheels and then they broke off the bike.He loved to ride the fourwiller he loved it.Daddy bough me a green dirtbike.Daddy bougt me a fack swords and a fome sword.Daddy toke him to his frends house with him!He bought me some me candy all of it!Daddy took me to the zoo .Daddy bought me a cat .I 💘 you daddy
Kasey says
From all your kids James
You were the best daddy they could ask for. They had so much fun going to the circus, fair playing with you in the dirt. They loved riding in the dump truck with you n go to work with you for the day. They are so happy to have a daddy like you in their life. We all love and miss you so much…
Fly high James
Gone but never forgotten!
Jesse Lee Devitt says
this is me jesse devitt james francis devitts son and i never forget about you dad and we still miss ou and i always will
Kaitlyn blackmon says
I love and miss you uncle james!!! U will always have a special place in my heart. You used to always call my your angle but now it is hard to say but now you are my loving sweet angle in heven!! FlY HIGH uncle james. we will meet again when god brings me home to heaven with you. R.I.P my sweet angle. I love you and miss you more then anything. :((