James "Bo" Speight, Jr.

Obituary For James "Bo" Speight, Jr.

MR. JAMES “BO” SPEIGHT, JR. – Age 56, of Dalton, GA passed away Sunday, April 12, 2026. He was born October 16, 1969 in Ft. Lauderdale, FL to his parents; late father, James Speight, Sr. and mother, Rosa Marshall. James was baptized in the Church of Christ faith. Despite his health condition, he was determined to stay physically active. James enjoyed racing cars, video games, and playing basketball. He was also known for being an avid shopper and fashionable.

James was preceded in death by his father, James Speight, Sr.; sisters, Harriet Miley, Rose Miller, Ida Miley, and Mary Miley.

Those left to cherish James’ memories are his wife, DeWanda Aldridge Speight; mother, Rosa Marshall; two sons, Xavier Ahkeem Burton and Dominick Speight; daughter, Jamie Speight; 7 grandchildren; sisters, Liz Miller, Glenda Renee Hinds, Louise Speights, and Angela Marshall; a cousin he called a brother, Leroy Woodley; niece, Varina McGruder; nephew, Nicolas Walker; a host of cousins, extended, family and friends.

Homegoing Celebration will be Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 11:00 AM at Willis Funeral Home with Bro. Barry Grider, Eulogist. His remains will lie in state at the funeral home on Friday, April 24, 2026 from 11:00 AM until the funeral hour. Interment; West Hill Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to Willis Funeral Home, Inc., Dalton, GA.

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