James "Big Jimmy" Francis Barrett, Sr.

James "Big Jimmy" Francis Barrett, Sr., 65, of Castle Hayne passed from his earthly life on Thursday, March 3, 2016 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born January 10, 1951 in Wilmington youngest of four children born to Robert Raymond Barrett and Edith Eason Barrett. He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn Jean Barrett.

James is survived by his son, James "Little Jimmy" F. Barrett, Jr.; grandchildren, James "Jimmy" F. Barrett III, Alisha Nicole Barrett, Alysha Harts Carroll and Aaron James Harts; three great grandchildren; and many extended family and friends.

James affectionately called "Big Jimmy" loved his family in his own special way. Having a way with words and a vivacious personality, Big Jimmy always spoke what was on his mind. Fond memories of Big Jimmy will forever remain in our hearts.

A gathering of family and friends and time of sharing will be 6 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home in Burgaw.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home and Cremation Center of Burgaw.