James Robert Ford, 79, of Columbia, KY passed away at his home on Monday, December 9, 2024. He was born December 15, 1944 in Columbia to the late Mitchell and Estelle Corbin Ford.
In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his wife, Jessie Wheat Ford; four brothers: Donnie Ford, Gary Ford, Billy Ford, and Wenchie Ford; and four sisters: Betty Greer, Mary Helm, Teresa Burton, and Janet Foster.
James was of the Baptist faith and a painter for many years. He also loved to shoot pool.
SURVIVORS:
2 sons: Jerry Ford (Donna) and Jamie Ford, both of Columbia
1 brother: Rondell Ford of Columbia
4 sisters: Eily White, Loraine Smith, Linda Hutchison, and Darlene Lawhorn all of Columbia
4 grandchildren & 5 great-grandchildren
A host of other relatives & friends
Long-time Companion: Arcola Franklin of Columbia
Funeral Service: Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00amCT at Grissom-Martin Funeral Home in Columbia, KY with Bro. Bobby Withers officiating
Burial: Columbia Cemetery
Visitation: Thursday from 4:00pm-8:00pmCT and Friday morning until time of service
Casket Bearers: Troy Ford, Jason Ford, Dawson Fisher, Rodney Ford, Cody Foley, and Larry Shirley
Honorary Pallbearers: JoJo Miller, Jakobe Miller, and Jace Miller
Grissom-Martin Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.
