James Allen Renfroe

James Allen Renfroe went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 14, 2024. Jimmy was born on July 16, 1953, in Troy, Alabama, to Max B. and Mildred Renfroe. He was preceded in death by his parents; his father and mother-in-law, Dr. and Mrs. J. Allen Jones; and nephews, Sam Jones and Will Jones.

Jimmy is survived by his wife of 49 years Marian, his son Al (Laura) Renfroe and daughter Fran (Zach) Spann; his 8 grandchildren Scott Taylor Renfroe, Cade Renfroe, Addie Renfroe, Caroline Renfroe, Harper Renfroe, Jones Spann, John David Spann and Jasper Spann. He is also survived by his brother, Don (Susan) Renfroe and sister, Ann Barbaree, as well as his brother-in-law Allen Jones, along with many special nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.

Jimmy grew up in Josie, Alabama. He graduated from Pike County High School, ABAC, earned a bachelor’s and master’s degree from Auburn University along with a second master’s degree from Auburn University Montgomery. He taught agriculture at Pike County High School and served as a Guidance Counselor at Goshen High School. He later retired from education at the Pike County Center for Technology.

Jimmy loved the Lord and his family. He was an active member of Troy Church and previously served First Baptist Church of Troy as a deacon and in other leadership roles. He spent many hours coaching and attending sporting events wherever his children and grandchildren were participating. His grandchildren were his pride and joy, and he was their biggest fan. He was a Godly influence over all his family and former students.

A celebration of his life will be on Sunday, November 17, 2024, at 3 p.m. at Green Hills Funeral Home with Pastor Zach Spann officiating. Visitation will be from 1-3 p.m. with burial to follow in Green Hills Memorial Cemetery. Serving as pallbearers are Scott Taylor Renfroe, Cade Renfroe, Ben Jones, Chris Barbaree, Sam Johnson, and Tony Weaver.  

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Troy Church, PO Box 84, Troy, 36081, or the charity of your choice.  The family would like to extend their gratitude for the kindness of DaySpring Hospice, especially Amy Hixon and Ashlee Stephens, as well as the care and concern of Dr. Eric Law and his staff, Clemmie Seymore, Karen Williams, and many other special friends and family.

The staff of Green Hills Funeral Home is honored to serve the Renfroe family.