James “Jimmy” Edison Hefner, Jr., 54, passed away September 4, 2014 at his residence. Jimmy was born June 24, 1960 in Catawba Co. to James ”Butch” Edison Hefner, Sr. and Rachel Miller Hefner. He was preceded in death by a brother, Dallas Hefner. He was employed by Shuford Mills and was a sports fanatic. Surviving are his wife, Robin Hefner of the home; daughters, Krystal Perkins and husband, Dennis, Nikki McCann and husband, Philip, and Melanie Hefner; sons, Brett Hefner and Chad Hefner; grandchildren, Kourtney Perkins, Colin McCann and Chelsea McCann; sister, Karen Crystal and husband, Dave; sister-in-law, Tina Hefner; niece, Bailey Crystal; nephews Cory Hefner and Tristian Hefner. Services will be Sunday, September 7, at 3:00 P. M. at Hickory Funeral Home Chapel with Rev. Earnest Richards officiating. Burial will follow in Marvin Cemetery. The family will receive friends Sunday, September 7, from 1:30 until 2:45 P. M. at Hickory Funeral Home. Condolences may be made online at www.hickoryfh.com. Hickory Funeral Home is in charge of arrangements.
