of Little Rock, AR
November 10, 1934 - August 18, 2016
James Theron Lilly, 81, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away on Thursday, August 18, 2016. He was born November 10, 1934 in Morrilton, Arkansas to Charlie C. Lilly and Maggie Riddling Lilly. He was a graduate of England High School and after high school he attended UALR. He was a man of integrity and served proudly in the U.S. Army in the Korean War. James was recruited as a pitcher for the Pittsburg Pirates in 1957. He was retired from Timex after 38 years. He was a wonderful father, grandfather and his grandsons were his life.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife of 47 years Rosemary Treat Lilly.
He is survived by his sons Brooks and Charlie Lilly; daughter Jamie Lilly all of Little Rock; sister Perline George; grandsons Cassius Taylor, Charlie P. Lilly; numerous cousins, nephews and nieces.
Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m., Monday, August 22, 2016 at Forest Hills Memorial Park.
Arrangements provided by Roller-Drummond Funeral Home, 10900 Interstate 30, Little Rock, Arkansas 72209 (501) 455-5800.
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8 Condolence(s)
Jim Lilly
Monday, August 22, 2016
Brooks, Jamie, and Charlie
I am so profoundly sorry to hear of Uncle James passing. You guys know how special your dad was and I know how special he was to me as my uncle. Most of the Lilly kids looked up to Uncle James with great pride and respect. He gave me so many memories that I will always carry with me. His smile will never go away.
My family sends our prayers and wishes to all of you on the loss of your great dad and our wonderful uncle James. He truly was special.
Jim and Paulette Lilly and family
JoLaura Copeland
Monday, August 22, 2016
Jamie and family,
May you know that you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time of loss. Mr. Lilly was a great man! May God be with you in your time of mourning.
Shirley Reed
Saturday, August 20, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of Jim Lilly passing. I worked at Timex with him years ago. He was such a kind and wonderful boss and person. I am so glad to have met his daughter Jamie and his grandson charlie. He adored his little Charlie. There will be a special star shinning in the sky for him. My thoughts and prayers go out to his family.
Carla (Lilly) Goldman
Saturday, August 20, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. Uncle Jim was always good to us growing up. He was a blessing when dad (Carl) died. I rember several good times we had at your house and when you visited us.
Betty Lilly Caraway
Saturday, August 20, 2016
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Uncle Jim. He was kind and generous and he had a wonderful sense of humor. Growing up I was always proud to tell my friends that he was my uncle.
My prayers are with you and your families . My God give you comfort and peace during this sad and difficult time.
Ed and Linda Brucks
Saturday, August 20, 2016
So sorry to hear about Jim's passing. We look over the years that we spent at Geyer Springs Ball Park and Legion games and what good times that we shared with Jim at those games. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Ed and Linda Brucks
Sam Lilly
Saturday, August 20, 2016
You ware a great help with my Dad, Charles F. Lilly, as he got older. Thanks again for your help. Dad used to talk about how much you loved those grandsons. You will surely be missed.
joan plank book
Saturday, August 20, 2016
it was with a heavy heart to hear about Jim. I knew him and his wife Rosemary for many years and was in their home several times thru the years. Rosemary and I worked together for a long time. sending prayers to his family. God Bless all of them.
Joan Plank Book