James H. Comer, of LaFollette, passed away on Saturday, June 14, 2025 at the age of 79. 

Born on October 22, 1945, James was one of 12 children born to Benjamin and Dorothy Comer. He was a simple man who devoted his life to hard work, farming, and raising cattle. For many years, he owned and operated J and R Tire in South Clinton. He was a member of Big Brick Church and his grandbabies were the light of his life.

James is preceded in death by his parents, Benjamin and Dorothy Comer; brothers, Ben Comer, Kenneth Comer, and Jerry Comer; sisters, Sarah Cast, Liz Wilson, and Kathy Kitts.

He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Carol Comer; son, Robbie Comer and wife Jamie; daughter, Candace Gibbs and husband Robbie; “Pappy” to his grandchildren, Christopher Gibbs, Ashley Gibbs, Jayden Comer and great-granddaughter, Aliyah Gibbs; brothers, Bill Comer, Kermit Comer, Charles Comer, and JW Comer; sister, Effie Hooks “Aunt T”; many nieces, nephews, extended family members and special friends. 

Receiving of friends will be from 5-7 pm on Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Holley Gamble Funeral Home in Clinton. A funeral service will begin at 7 pm with Pastor Ronnie Poston officiating. The family will be laying him to rest privately. Holley Gamble Funeral Home is proud to serve the Comer family. Holleygamble.com

2 Replies to “James H. Comer, of LaFollette”

  2. EFFIE AND FAMILY, SO SORRY THAT YOU HAVE LOST A LOVED ONE…PARTING IS SUCH SORROW…WE ARE THINKING OF YOU…

    EFFIE AND FAMILY, SO SORRY YOU HAVE PARTED WITH YOUR LOVED ONE…BOB AND I ARE THINKING ABOUT ALL OF YOU, BUT ESPECIALLY YOU EFFIE…WE LOVE YOU.

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