James Kent Waltz
February 8, 1944 ~ November 9, 2012
James Kent Waltz, 68, Martinsville, died November 9, 2012. Mr. Waltz was born February 8, 1944, in Indianapolis, to the late Roy Elijah and Henrietta Estes (Smith) Waltz.
Jim graduated from Martinsville High School in 1962 and proudly served in the United States Marine Corp, being honorably discharged in 1965. He worked for more than thirty years as a foreman at the Allison Division of General Motors. Following retirement, Jim worked for the Department of Natural Resources. He was a member of the Martinsville American Legion and the Marine Corp League. An avid hunter, fisherman, and outdoorsman, Jim was a member of the NRA. He was also a member of the Liars’ Club. Above all, he was a great family man and was strongly devoted to his grandchildren. Jim will be sorely missed by a loving family and many friends.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carol Renay (Bennet) Waltz.
Survivors include his son, Scott C. Waltz of Greenwood; stepsons, Paul Burris of Trafalgar, Jerome Burris of Martinsville, and Darren Burris of Bedford; brothers, Stephen “Red Eye” Waltz (Rosie) of Mooresville and Doug Waltz (Vicki) of Bloomington; grandchildren, Brandon, Kiersten, and Chaince Burris; Kaylee and Jackson Waltz.
The funeral service will begin at 10 a.m., Monday, November 12, 2012, in Good Shepherd Baptist Church, Mooresville. Friends may call on Sunday, November 11, 2012, 2 to 6 p.m., in the Carlisle - Branson Funeral Service & Crematory, Mooresville. Burial will be in Nebo Memorial Park, Martinsville. Memorial contributions may be made to the Mooresville Veterans Memorial, c/o the Community Foundation of Morgan County. Visit www.carlislebranson.com to share a favorite memory or to sign the online guest registry.
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Jerome and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this difficult time…..
I was so saddened to hear that James had died. I certainly have fond memories of the times James spent with Dad and our family. We will be praying for your families. Please accept our sincere sympathy. Love to all, Deb (Combs) Huff cousin of James
We are so sorry for your lost. Jim was a good friend, lots of memories, I’m sure he is very happy being with his soul mate. Everyone should be blessed with the love they shared. He was a blessing from God an we were all lucky to have been a part of his life. Please accept our sympathy. May God bless an comfort you. Love Jim & Rose
Jim was a wonder father-in-law and grandfather to us. We miss that smile already!
Red Eye , I am so sorry for your loss.
May you rest in peace Jim–may God hold you in his hands.
To the Waltz family, We send our sincere sympathy. Jim was one of the good guys. Jack & Georgia Finney
Jim was a kind and wonderful man. Growing up he was one of my 3 ‘Big Brothers’. I have wonderful memories……ballgames on the bluff (if someone hit to left field you knew they were outta there); that dark blue t-bird going down the road beside our house to Marples in the evening; his love for hunting and fishing…etc. The support Jim and Doug/Steve provided at my brother Tim’s funeral and again at my Dad’s (Ferg) last year. It may have been years in between visits but the love never changed. I got to visit him in September and enjoyed it immensley along with the many phone calls we have had. I am glad I got that time with him. And Doug, Steve, Scott, Paul, Jerome and Darren – my heart goes out to all of you!! I know the loss is deep – but remember he is now together again with Renee. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and in the coming weeks. I pray that the Lord will comfort you and keep you in his care. p.s. Matt – I think the biggest thrill since he got sick was the hunting visit you gave him – he may have been stuck in that lawn chair but in his mind he was out there with you hunting…..he told me many times how important that day was to him. Thank you Matt for giving him that. Deb Ferguson-Perkins
Jim was a kind and wonderful man. Growing up he was one of my 3 ‘Big Brothers’. I have wonderful memories……ballgames on the bluff (if someone hit to left field you knew they were outta there); that dark blue t-bird going down the road beside our house to Marples in the evening; his love for hunting and fishing…etc. The support Jim and Doug/Steve provided at my brother Tim’s funeral and again at my Dad’s (Ferg) last year. It may have been years in between visits but the love never changed. I got to visit him in September and enjoyed it immensley along with the many phone calls we have had. I am glad I got that time with him. And Doug, Steve, Scott, Paul, Jerome and Darren – my heart goes out to all of you!! I know the loss is deep – but remember he is now together again with Renee. My thoughts and prayers are with you all today and in the coming weeks. I pray that the Lord will comfort you and keep you in his care. p.s. Matt – I think the biggest thrill since he got sick was the hunting visit you gave him – he may have been stuck in that lawn chair but in his mind he was out there with you hunting…..he told me many times how important that day was to him. Thank you Matt for giving him that. Deb Ferguson-Perkins Debby Jo Ferguson-Perkins – 28 seconds ago
To ‘Red Eye’ and the Waltz family: I was so sorry to hear about the passing of Jim. At least he is with his soul mate and is no longer in pain or suffering. May God give your family the strength and love you’ll need during these difficult times.
Darren and Jerome and Paul, I am so sorry for you. I know that loss is hardest on those of us who remain behind. Try to remember that he is in a better place with no more pain. Our thoughts are with you. Joe, Lori, Hannah and Abby