James Elvin Horrell, 74, of Maple Hill passed from his earthly life on Sunday, June 29, 2014 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born May 4, 1940 in Duplin County, the son of the late Charles M. and Jessie Evelyn Jones Horrell.

Elvin is survived by his daughters, Judy Herring and Evelyn Hicks; grandchildren, Colin Freeman and Emma Hicks; his companion, Jane Geelen; brothers, Terry Horrell (Laura) and Clifford Horrell (Linda); sisters, Carlee Coats, Mary Mintz, Peggy Nelms (Jerry) and Sabra Anderson; and many nieces and nephews.

For many years by trade, Elvin was a welder, a profession he excelled in. As a young man Elvin lived a very colorful life, not always making the best choices. Praise the Lord, there came time in his life when Elvin changed his direction and became a respected man in the Maple Hill community. He used his skills to help others regardless of their ability to pay. He could match anyone's tall tales, especially talking about his escapades as a young man. His changed life is an inspiration to many and will not be forgotten.

A memorial service will be at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with Commissioned Ruling Elder Richard Wurtzel officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service.

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Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home of Burgaw.

A memorial service will be at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, July 3, 2014 at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Burgaw Chapel with Commissioned Ruling Elder Richard Wurtzel officiating. The family will receive friends at the funeral home following the service.