Penhook………James Maylon Lumpkin, age 71 of Penhook died Tuesday, January 27, 2015 at his residence.
Born October 13, 1943 in Pittsylvania County he was a son of the late Harry W. Lumpkin and Vera Jefferson Lumpkin. Mr. Lumpkin was a member of Museville Christian Church and was a former employee of Hunt Oil and Tire and RACO. He enjoyed gardening, cutting wood, John Deere Tractors and spending time with his grandchildren.
He is survived by his wife of over 47 years, Carolyn Bennett Lumpkin of the residence; two sons, Tim Lumpkin and his wife, Teresa of Bassett and Terry Lumpkin and his wife, Michelle of Hurt; and three grandsons, Jason Lumpkin, Tyler Lumpkin, and Bradley Lumpkin.
Funeral services will be conducted 2:00 P.M. Friday, January 30, 2015 at Colbert-Moran Chapel by Rev. Jason Andrews. Burial will follow in Liberty Memorial Cemetery.
The family will receive friends from 7 to 8:30 P.M. Thursday, January 29, 2015 at Colbert-Moran Funeral Home and other times will be at the residence.
Colbert-Moran Funeral Home, Gretna is assisting the family. Condolences may be sent to the family by visiting www.colbertmoran.com.