James Guy Nettles

Mr. James Guy Nettles, age 92, of Rockmart, GA, passed away Saturday, January 8, 2022.

Mr. Nettles was born in Rockmart, GA, on July 30, 1929, a son of the late Pierce and Nancy Nettles. James had lived in Rockmart the greater part of his life where he was a member of New Prospect Baptist Church. He was a proud veteran of the United States Air Force and served during the Korean War. James enjoyed fishing and going to the lake, and he was retired from General Motors.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his wife, Ivanell Arp Nettles; and thirteen brothers and sisters.

Survivors include his two sons: Marty Nettles and Derrick Nettles (Kim); grandson, Zack Nettles (Raven); and numerous nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 2:00 pm in the chapel of the Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home with Rev. Jason Purser and Rev. Owen “Bud” Davis officiating. Interment will follow in the New Prospect Baptist Church Cemetery with Brown-Wright Post #12 American Legion Honor Guard in charge of military graveside rites.

The family will receive friends Tuesday afternoon from 12:00 noon until the funeral hour at the funeral home.

Alvis Miller & Son Funeral Home & Crematory is in charge of arrangements for Mr. James Guy Nettles.