Jim "Granddaddy" Awtry

James (Jim) Milton Awtry, 83, of Birmingham, AL, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday evening, January 15, 2025, peacefully. Born on May 15, 1941, in Birmingham, he was one of four children of Roland Nunnley Awtry and Bertha Lee Callahan growing up in the Woodlawn and Gardendale areas.

Jim graduated from Phillips High School in the Class of 1960 and pursued two years of Bible studies, deepening his lifelong passion for learning and faith. He dedicated 40 years of service to Alabama Power as a lineman and troubleman. In addition to his career, Jim ran a side business in tree service, and had an uncanny knack for falling trees in tight spaces.

Jim was an avid reader and lover of knowledge. He also had a calling to teach. He shared his faith and wisdom through over 35 years of teaching Sunday School at Huffman Assembly of God, Cathedral of the Cross, and The Summit Church, touching many lives with his insight and wisdom. Jim had a heart of hospitality for others. He often cooked for others, conducted practical acts of service, and the buffet line was always open to guests and friends over the years at his Saturday tailgates for Auburn football home games.

Jim is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Yvonne Kay Awtry; his son, Eric Weston Awtry; his daughter, Jill Awtry Greene; and his six cherished grandchildren, Eric Weston Awtry Jr., Anna Caroline Awtry, Stephanie Ellyse Awtry, Elijah Noah Greene, Ethan Isaiah Greene, and Phoebe Elizabeth Greene. His legacy of love, hospitality, and faith will be remembered by those who knew him.

A private Celebration of Life was held in Jim's honor. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to Operation Blessing (ob.org), in honor of Jim’s heart to serve others.