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Jimmie Lewis "Jim" Golatte

07/20/1945 - 08/20/2026

Obituary For Jimmie Lewis "Jim" Golatte

Memorial service for Jimmie Golatte, 81, of Camp Hill, AL, will be at 12:00 noon, Friday, August, 28, 2026, at Harris Funeral Home Chapel, Reverend Charlie Pulliam will officiate.

Mr. Golatte, who passed away Thursday, August 20, 2026 in Dadeville, Alabama, was born July 20, 1945, in Tallapoosa County, Alabama.

There will be no public viewing. The family will be present to receive family and friends from 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon.

He leaves to cherish his memory: his wife, Mary Golatte; four children, Victor Golatte, Jennifer Edwards both of Auburn, AL, Marcus Kimble of Opelika, AL and Tomekia (Brockery) Golatte-Hamm of Hampton, GA; two sisters, Nellie Jo (Andrew) Bickerstaff and Brenda (Cecil) Canada both of Camp Hill, AL; three brothers, Walter B. (Fredonia) Golatte of Camp Hill, AL, D.L. (Sherri) Golatte of Lowell, AR and Bobby “Bo” Black of Camp Hill, AL; ten grandchildren, Keon (Jennifer) Golatte, Shtoya Golatte, Krishuna Edwards, Desharte’ Edwards, Rodrick Kimble, Martavious Kimble, Jerrell Kimble, Marcus Kimble II, Rhiley Hamm and Avery Hamm; fourteen great-grandchildren; two sisters-in-law, Bessie Golatte and Peggy Golatte; close cousin, Jean Rowe; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

The family of the late Mr. Jimmie Lewis “Jim” Golatte would like to thank the staff of Adams Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center and Fresenius Kidney Care Center for the care and support provided to him. We are grateful to everyone who offered their time, kindness, prayers, and compassion to our family. Your care and support will always be remembered and deeply appreciated.

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Peace & Serenity Dishgarden was sent for Jimmie Lewis "Jim" Golatte - August 26, 2026

DL & the Golatte Family,

We are praying and thinking of you all as you celebrate the life of Jim.

Love, the Good Shepherd Home Care & Transportation Family

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Eloise Spratling Jackson

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Minnie Reeder

With heartfelt sympathy to my family, may God strengthen your hearts in this moment of sorrow! You will be missed Unk! Love Always....Doug & Veronica Golatte

Douglas Golatte

Our condolences to the family.

May God continue to strengthen and comfort you all during this time.

Cousin Jim's presence shines brightly. May every tear be joined with great memories of laughter and reflection on the fullness of his life.

During this time of grief and celebration, we are holding space for you all with love, light, and support. -Love, Jean and Jessica

Jessica and Jean

Condolences to the Family!!

Cynthia Moss Bufford

My heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family!

Karen L Williams

Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.