James E. Babb, age 60, of Nashville, passed away on April 4, 2016. Preceded in death by his wife, Kay, and his mother, Dorothy Babb. Survived by his father, Robert Babb; sister, Barbara Babb, nieces, Melanie (Jason) Stewart and Kristen Ottinger and their children. Graveside service will be conducted at eleven o’clock on Thursday, April 7, 2016, Woodlawn Memorial Park with Steve Blackman officiating. Gathering of family and friends, Wednesday from five o’clock until eight o’clock at Woodlawn Roesch-Patton Funeral Home and one hour prior to the graveside service on Thursday. Pallbearers are Alan Owen, Mark Mason and Jason Stewart. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association.