Maggie Valley, NC - James "Jim" Arthur Bond, age 88 passed away March 23, 2021 at his residence. He was born in Ogden, UT on September 1, 1932 to the late Fred Albert and Clara Monroe Bond.
Jim served his country honorably in the U.S. Navy. He retired after 35 years working as a Mechanical Engineer for General Electric. He attended Maggie Valley United Methodist Church.
He is preceded in death by his parents and nine siblings.
Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 57 years, Reverend Erma McGaha Bond; two sons, Steven Bond of Charlotte, NC and Kenneth Bond of Cary, NC; two granddaughters and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends.
The family will hold a private visitation.
Funeral services will be held at 2 PM Saturday, March 27, 2021 at Garrett Funeral Home with the Reverend David Reeves and Reverend Jon Snyder officiating. Due to Covid restrictions and social distancing, seating will be limited.
Burial will follow at Garrett Hillcrest Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Maggie Valley Fire Department, Haywood EMS, Maggie Valley UMC or Peachtree UMC.
Garrett Funeral Home is caring for the family. A message of comfort may be made to the family at www.garrettfuneralsandcremations.com.
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