James H. Southerland

James “Jimmy” H. Southerland, 86, of Teachey left this earthly life on Thursday, February 19, 2026, to be forever with his Lord and Savior.

He was born on April 27, 1939, in Duplin County and was the son of the late Joseph H. and Lillian James Southerland.  Jimmy was also preceded in death by his sister Mary Faye Southerland Mobley; brother-in-law Wayne Brock and sister-in-law Betty Sue Gidden Hill and her husband Glenn Hill.

Jimmy served in the United States National Guard for 9 years and was a member of Antioch Church. 

Surviving to cherish his memory is his best friend and wife of 58 years Charlotte Giddens Southerland; his son James “Bart” Barton Southerland and wife Kimberly; his  grandchildren and  ‘apples of his eye’ Timberly Southerland and Kendall Southerland; niece Cindy Mobley Jarrett and husband Richard; sister-in-law Althea Brock; numerous nieces, nephews, extended family and friends that loved Jimmy dearly.

Jimmy was a devoted husband and caring father, grandfather and friend.  He was a hard worker who always stayed busy as long as his health allowed.  Jimmy was an avid football fan and especially a Wallace-Rose Hill football fan.   He enjoyed watching football games on TV and always pulled for his local team, WRH.  Jimmy also spent time outside on his favorite 140 tractor which he really enjoyed. Most of all Jimmy loved the Lord and was a dedicated Christian, husband, father and grandfather.  He enjoyed spending time with his family and helping Bart with landscaping when he was able.  Jimmy will surely be missed but never forgotten. 

Funeral service will be held at 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, at Quinn-McGowen Funeral Home Wallace Chapel with Reverend Tommy Blanton officiating. 

The family will receive friends from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. 

Burial will follow the service at Rockfish Presbyterian Church Cemetery in Wallace.

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