Mr. James Harold Darby, Jr., known to everyone as Jimmy, age 80, of Adairsville, went to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, October 26, 2026.

Jimmy was born December 29, 1945, in Birmingham, AL, son of the late Helen Miner Jackson and Russell Jackson.

Survivors include his loving wife of 59 years, Therese Darby; daughters, Kerri Helms and husband Scott and Kristi Holcomb and husband Shane; grandchildren, Austin Barker, Ashlin Barker, and Liam Helms; step-grandchildren, Alexis Craig and husband Garrett and Lindsey Holcomb; and great-grandson, Logan Craig.

Jimmy was a loving husband, father, and granddad who cherished his family above all else. He was a member of Pine Log United Methodist Church, where he also enjoyed attending the Men’s Club. A proud veteran of the United States Navy, Jimmy served during the Vietnam Era as an Air Controlman. He later enjoyed a long career with Georgia Power as a Distribution Supervisor, retiring after 41 years of dedicated service.

Jimmy was a proud girl dad who treasured his years spent on the softball field coaching his daughters and cheering them on. Those memories remained special to him, and he continued that tradition of support and encouragement by enjoying watching his grandchildren play. Jimmy also enjoyed spending time on the golf course. Above all, he loved his family dearly and treasured the time he spent with them. Jimmy’s memory will forever be cherished by those who knew and loved him.

The family will receive friends Saturday, October 31, 2026, from 1:00 PM until 3:00 PM at Barton Funeral Home. A celebration of Jimmy’s life will be held Sunday, November 1, 2026, at 2:00 PM at Pine Log United Methodist Church, with Minister James Hannah officiating. Interment will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of Mr. Darby to Pine Log United Methodist Church.

R. Dudley Barton & Son Funeral Home, Adairsville, is in charge of arrangements for Mr. James Harold Darby, Jr.