Notice of Earthly Transition: The Honorable James F. Council, Jr.

With profound respect and heartfelt sympathy, Harrington Funeral Home, Inc. announces the earthly transition of The Honorable James F. Council, Jr., who gently closed his eyes and departed this life on Thursday, August 13, 2026.

Judge Council was a distinguished attorney, respected jurist, and devoted public servant whose life’s work reflected wisdom, integrity, and an unwavering commitment to justice. Through his private practice and his honorable service on the bench, he touched countless lives and helped strengthen the communities he faithfully served.

A proud graduate of Fort Valley State University and Thurgood Marshall School of Law, Judge Council dedicated his professional journey to the law, to fairness, and to the betterment of others. His service as a judge for the Lowndes County Juvenile Court, along with his judicial leadership in surrounding courts, stands as a lasting testament to his character, his discipline, and his desire to make a meaningful difference.

As family, friends, colleagues, and the community pause to remember a life so nobly lived, Harrington Funeral Home, Inc. is honored to be entrusted with the arrangements and will serve the Council family with dignity, care, and deep respect during this sacred time.