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“Shonda and Mike,
Just wanted you to that it was a pleasure to see your Mom and Dad at church on Sundays. They would always smile and say Hi! But...Read More »
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1 of 32 | Posted by: Tammy Crain - Columbia, TN
“Shonda, Mike and family. Beautiful service for two beautiful people. We love you and have such wonderful memories of Jim and Barbara. May God...Read More »
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2 of 32 | Posted by: Doug, Roseann and Darrell
“I met Jimmy in High School, we rode the school bus together and were good friends.
He was a very nice, intelligent person and
knowing him added to...Read More »
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3 of 32 | Posted by: Juanita Fitzgerald Riddle
“I met Jimmy in high school. He was always such a nice person to be around. I am saddened to learn of his and Barbara's passing. I wish them peace...Read More »
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4 of 32 | Posted by: Cora Fay Chunn Shaffer - Delta, OH
“Barbara was a wonderful and sweet lady. I enjoyed doing her hair and visits. She will be missed.
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5 of 32 | Posted by: Kristy Scribner - Columbia, TN
“Shonda, I am so sorry for your loss. Words can't begin to express how much sympathy we have have for you nor can we possibly imagine your degree of...Read More »
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6 of 32 | Posted by: Tamara Claybourne-Williams & Family *AKA* "Tamara Jean" - TN
“to all the prince family, my heart goes out to you. i can't remember a time that our familes weren't friends. i remember Jimmy being at our house...Read More »
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7 of 32 | Posted by: Pame Moore Morrow - cross Bridges, TN
“Shonda,I am so sorry for your loss!Your Dad was agreat person and coach.your mom was really a nice lady!They both will be greatly missed!with deep...Read More »
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8 of 32 | Posted by: Darlene Taylor - Columbia, TN
“Shonda,I am so sorry for your loss!Your Dad was agreat person and coach.your mom was really a nice lady!They both will be greatly missed!with deep...Read More »
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9 of 32 | Posted by: Darlene Taylor - Columbia, TN
“Shonda, I am sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
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10 of 32 | Posted by: Mary Beth Lovett
“I am so sorry for your loss. I really enjoyed getting to know Mr.Prince and Mrs.Prince. the family is in my thoughts and prayers
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11 of 32 | Posted by: cassie hallman - columbia, TN
“My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I knew Jim and Barbara when I was younger. Lost touch later on. They were really good people. ...Read More »
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12 of 32 | Posted by: Bobby meigs - Friend
“TNI knew Jimmy from the ball park where his team played on the field where I was scorekeeper. He was always courteous and showed a great deal of...Read More »
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13 of 32 | Posted by: Debbie Gayle Rose 
- Columbia
“Jimmy and I attended our 50th High School Reunion in June and it was a joyour occasion. I talked with Jimmy and we remembered old times. It was a...Read More »
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14 of 32 | Posted by: Fredressa Nellums Whittenburg - AL
“Shonda,
I was so very saddened to learn of your tragic loss. I remember your Mother was always so cheerful and friendly when I'd run in to her at...Read More »
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15 of 32 | Posted by: Laurie Winchester - Mt Pleasant, TN
“Shonda, I am sorry about your mom and dad. I have many fond memories of playing softball and so many places that we went (more than just the river...Read More »
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16 of 32 | Posted by: Paula Griggs Ragsdale - TN
“Shonda, words cannot express how sorry I am to hear about your Mom and Dad. From the bottom of my heart, please know that I am here if you need me. ...Read More »
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17 of 32 | Posted by: Stephanie (Harrington) Jackson
“Shonda God be with you and your family during this time,it is never easy to see a love one go but God knows best,you are strong and God will see you...Read More »
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18 of 32 | Posted by: Kathy Pedrick - Columbia, TN
“We had a lot of fun on our yearly ladies trip to Gatlinburg. Barbara was such a fun person and loved her family. I have a lot of fun memories with...Read More »
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19 of 32 | Posted by: Susan Massey - Fayetteville, TN
“Shonda and Family,
There are things sometimes in life we do not understand but, we do know our Lord is always there for whatever we need. Let Him...Read More »
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20 of 32 | Posted by: Penny Hubbell - Columbia, TN
“Shonda and Mike,
I am so sorry for your loss. Shonda, when I worked at Kroger, I saw your parents on a regular basis. They were always nice and a...Read More »
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21 of 32 | Posted by: Bryan George - Santa Fe, TN
“Shonda & Mike , I'm at a loss for words. Just know I'm here if you need me. My heart aches during this time.
Kim
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22 of 32 | Posted by: Kim Reed - Columbia, TN
“The Plan Of The Master Weaver
Our lives are but fine weavings,
That God and we prepare,
Each life becomes a fabric planned
And fashioned in...Read More »
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23 of 32 | Posted by: Randy & Brenda Fox - Columbia, TN
“Shonda,
We are so saddened by your loss. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. Know that they are at peace and loved you dearly....Read More »
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24 of 32 | Posted by: Becky Shima - Culleoka, TN
“Jimmy would bring Barbara in to shop and visit perhaps once a week. I've never seen a more loving and caring couple. They were inseparable. They...Read More »
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25 of 32 | Posted by: Lil Moore - Columbia, TN - friend
“There are so many of us out there who's lives would have taken such different paths if it weren't for Jimmy and Barbara. I have no words to express...Read More »
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26 of 32 | Posted by: Jerie Alexander - Antioch, TN
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27 of 32 | Posted by: So sorry for your loss. Knew Barbara and Jimmy from way back whe
“may gods' amazing love be your source of strength and healing during this difficult time of sorrow and pain we love you if you need any assistance...Read More »
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28 of 32 | Posted by: connie and clay mcmeen - columbia, TN
“Shonda, Mike, and family:
We are so very sorry to hear of this tragic loss in your family. Each of you will be in our daily thoughts and prayers. I...Read More »
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29 of 32 | Posted by: Steven and Tammie Cross - TN
“sHONDA AND mIKE, i AM SOOOOO SO SORRY, I CANNOT IMAGINE YOUR PAIN. MAY GOD BLESS AND HELP YOU.
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30 of 32 | Posted by: FAY BLACK - FRIEND and coworker
“Shonda,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Please know you and your family are in my prayers. You parents were an amazing couple. (((hugs)))...Read More »
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31 of 32 | Posted by: Michele Shrake - Hermitage, TN
“We are so sorry for the loss of your parents. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. We pray that God will give you...Read More »
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32 of 32 | Posted by: Ricky & Angie Hood Patterson
James "Jimmy" Travis Prince, 68, and Barbara Jean Black Prince, 66, died Wednesday, September 5, 2012 at their residence on Snow Creek Road in the Santa Fe Community.
A joint memorial service will be conducted Sunday at 4:00 P.M. at West Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church with Rev. Terry Peery officiating. The family will visit with friends Sunday from 2:00 – 4:00 P.M. at the church. Oakes & Nichols Funeral Directors are assisting the family with arrangements.
The family suggests memorials to Pet Pals of Maury County, P. O. Box 1623, Columbia, TN 38402. Condolences may be offered online at www.oakesandnichols.com.
Jimmy was the son of the late James Bernard Prince and Mary Evelyn Jones Prince Hardison. He was a 1962 graduate of Spring Hill High School and was employed as mechanic for House of Honda for several years. He later worked at General Electric until its close and retired as a self-employed carpenter. Mr. Prince was well known for coaching girls fast pitch softball and was honored by the Jimmy Prince Field at Pillow Park.
Barbara was the daughter of the late Ulna Lentz Black and Mary Frances Tomlinson Black. She attended Columbia Central High School and was retired from Goodman Floor Covering where she worked as secretary and salesperson for twenty-five years. She was an avid animal lover.
Mr. & Mrs. Prince were married November 21, 1964 and were members of West Point Cumberland Presbyterian Church.
Survivors include their daughter, Shonda (Mike) McCord of Santa Fe; grandson, Landon James Reed of Columbia; great grandson, Caleb Thomas Reed of Culleoka; and several nieces and nephews. Jimmy is also survived by two sisters, Barbara (Edward) Harmon of Spring Hill; Betty (Tony) Torcello of Meridian, Connecticut; and one brother, Jerry Edward (Pat) Prince of Columbia. Barbara is also survived by one brother, James L. (Rachel) Black of Columbia.
They were preceded in death by their daughter, Tracey Lynne Ingram; and Barbara's brother, Terry D. Black.
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