James Boyette

Mr. James Boyette, 85, of Swainsboro, passed away Thursday December 25, 2025, at his residence. He was born on October 30, 1940, in Stilson to the late Owen Boyette and Marylou Brown Boyette. Mr. Boyette was preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Margaret Collins, Diane Smith; brothers, Clinton Boyette, Ray Boyette; infant son, Mario Boyette; son-in-law, Remer Brown, Jr.; daughter-in-law, Susanna Boyette; son, Charles Grimes; grandsons, Rusty Pounds, Rockey Pounds.

James Boyette, lovingly known as Jimmy to family and friends, was a devoted family man with a strong work ethic and a lifelong love of football. A standout athlete in high school, he earned the Lineman of the Year award in 1960. Following graduation, Jimmy proudly served in the National Guard.

Throughout his life, he enjoyed fishing, dirt track and NASCAR racing, gardening, and especially football, which always held a special place in his heart. Jimmy will be remembered for his dedication, quiet strength, and the joy he found in life’s simple pleasures.

Mr. James retired after 38 years from Pineland Telephone. He was a member of Deep Creek Freewill Baptist Church for 40 years.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Alma Jean Parrish Boyette; sons, James Cohen Boyette, Jr., Jason Owen Boyette, Terry Grimes; daughter, Denise Boyette Brown, Sonya Boyette Lane (Perry), Teresa Grimes Pounds (Randy); brother, Thomas Boyette; special niece, Teresa Young; special great-nephew, Afton Aldrich; 8 grandchildren; 9 great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and many friends.

Funeral Services will be Monday, December 29, 2025, at 2:00 P.M. in the chapel of Chapman Funeral Home with Reverend James Tolor officiating.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 P.M. until 2:00 P.M. prior to services.

Entombment will follow in Eastbrook Cemetery and Mausoleum.

Pallbearers will be Casey Boyette, Brent Brown, Troy Parrish, Baretta Davis, Brian Lane, Dewayne Guest, and Chris Collins.

Condolences may be expressed at www.chapmanfhofswainsboro.com.

Chapman Funeral Home of Swainsboro is in charge of the arrangements for Mr. James Boyette, 85, of Swainsboro.