Julius was born in Luverne, AL on November 2, 1929 to Dicey Marlow and Tom Jones McCartha.
He married the love of his life, Ara Ann McCartha, in 1953 and remained devoted to her until her death in 2014. He served in both the Navy and the Army and had a love for Alabama football. He is preceded in death by his grandson, Adam Telle and his great granddaughter, Konlee Hargrove.
Survived by his brother, Rodney (Jo Ann) McCartha of Luverne, Alabama. Children, Rick (Kathleen) McCartha of Spring, TX, Dave (Pheany) McCartha of Tomball, TX, Rebecca (Gregory) Landrum of Conroe,TX and Cindy (Arell) Hodge of Pelham, AL. Eight grandchildren and ten great grandchildren.
A visitation for Julius will be held Tuesday, January 31, 2023 from 11:30 AM to 12:30 PM at Rockco Funeral Home, 3715 Highway 25, Montevallo, Alabama 35115. A committal service will occur Tuesday, January 31, 2023 at 1:15 PM at Alabama National Cemetery, 3133 Highway 119, Montevallo, Alabama 35115.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.rockcofuneralmontevallo.com for the McCartha family.