James Allen “Jim” Lail, 78, of Connelly Springs, passed away on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at The Greens of Hickory, following a period of declining health.
Jim was born July 8, 1946 in Burke County to the late Leslie Lail and Myrtle Hudson Lail. He served honorably in the United States Coast Guard and loved to fish.
In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his sister, Loretta Hudson.
Jim is survived by his son, David Lail and wife Amy of Granite Falls; daughter, Sharon Lail of Valdese; grandchildren, Cortney Cooper, and Kyle Cooper; great-grandchildren, Ophelia Maynor, Melani Maynor, Grayson Cooper, Lainey Cooper, and Jayden Goodrich; and brother, Gary Lail.
A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 5:00 PM in the Chapel of Heritage Funeral Service.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM at Heritage Funeral Service.
Memorials may be made to Amorem Hospice of Burke 1721Enon Rd. Valdese, NC 28690.
Heritage Funeral Service and Crematory in Valdese is assisting the family.
David, I’m so sorry for your loss. Will be praying for you and your family during this difficult time.
We are very saddened to hear of the passing of Mr. Lail, our thoughts and prayers are with the Lail family.
Howard & Priscilla Stirewalt
Hildebran, NC
So sorry for your loss, David. Loss of a parent is a tough time in everyone’s life. Peace be with you and you family.