"Have known James since late 50 ?s always pleasant will miss him ? our favorite Ice cream was the same."
In loving memory of
James Willie Threatt, Jr.
November 21, 1938 - August 14, 2020
James Willie Threatt, Jr., better known as "Pops" age 81, of Cumming, formerly of Roswell, passed away Friday, August 14, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, Jim and Elizabeth Threatt; wife, Mary Alice Threatt, aka "Meme".
James was born in raised on Riverside Road in Roswell, Georgia. He built his family and his business on the Chattahoochee River. In June of 1958, he started ACE Sand Company and married Mary Alice Threatt. They were married for 43 happy years. In 1973, he opened Shakerag Sand Company in Forsyth County and shortly became known as "The Sandman". James was passionate about farming, his family and his friends. He was a true southern gentleman and he showed the love of Jesus everywhere he went. James lived big and he loved Big - making a lasting impression on everyone he came in contact with.
Survivors include his children, Jimmy Threatt and Sam Walker of Cumming; Lollie and Dan Elliott of Dawsonville, Celeste Whitt of Cumming; Jackie and Kevin Arnold of Cumming; grandchildren, Sheena Elliott, Daniel and Kadi Elliott, Zachary Whitt, Spencer and Morgan Arnold, Harrison, Magie and Macie Arnold; great grandchildren, Waylon Whitt, Harley Whitt, Walker Arnold and soon to be Theodore Elliott; sister, Neal Davis of Roswell; brother, Thomas Aubrey Threatt of Hoschton; and a multitude of nieces, nephews and other relatives also survive along with Maxine Little, a special friend, and many others.
Funeral services will be held Wednesday, August 19, 2020 at 1:00 pm at The Reid Barn, 6844 Majors Road, Cumming, GA 30040. You may view the service at https://youtu.be/Kv49E_5d_bA Interment will follow in Greenlawn Cemetery, Roswell, GA.
Due to COVID-19, it is asked that you wear a mask and practice social distancing during the service.
Ingram Funeral Home & Crematory, 210 Ingram Avenue, Cumming, Georgia 30040, is in charge of arrangements.
Tributes
"We have been blessed to know James for many years going back to Ace Sand Co. His funeral tribute was so fitting to the man he was: kind hearted, unselfish, love for God and a devoted family man. May God be with his family to comfort them in the difficult days ahead. Much Love, Tommy and Vickie Ray"
"We last saw James last October at our house. We can picture him rocking in the chair on our porch. He was always so kind. Our love and prayers go out to Mac and James\' family. With love...Randy and Susan Dutton Little"
"A good man and a great friend. You will be missed.... love, Irvin & Glenda Dutton & family "
"We met James through my parents , Irv & Glenda Dutton. The first time we were introduced , he treated us like family. We extend our sincere condolences and continued prayer to his family & friends, during their loss of Mr. James. With love, Michael , Laura Dutton & Reece Wells & Cash Dutton Rabinowitch "
"Beautiful service...he would be so proud of the message and tribute from his daughter...knew James, Mary Alice and kids from time at Grace Baptist...love to all... www.youtube.com/seminarsforsuccess ... "
"Prayers for your family from the family of Steve Spruill."
"James will be dearly missed by many! I had the pleasure of waiting on him at Normans Landing and for the past 2 and a half years at Rooster\'s ! He is literally one of the nicest most generous man i have ever met! My heart is broken!! But im so grateful for having known him! prayers for his family and Maxine! Linda"
"We are so sorry for your loss. Dana and I will keep you all in our prayers. Todd & Dana Maloney."
"You will be missed. You were always so kind to me being a new member of the Hogs with my Charlie. Tell Charlie I miss him terribly when you get in heaven. "
"James was a good man. He liked giving gifts and every time you saw him he had something to give you from calendars to many other things. He will be sorely missed by many people as well as by myself. Family you have my condolences and i wish you the best. Bill H. Barnett"
"James was such a friend to everyone who knew him. We always felt like he was family because we were always at Ace Sand Co. We will miss his smile and laugh. We are praying for the family, during this hard time. We love all of y?all, and we will miss James . We are so glad we had the opportunity to know him. Love Ronnie & Jill Corbin"
"James was a wonderful man. He never met a stranger and was willing to help anyone that he could. He had a big smile and loved life. He will be missed. I pray for all of his children and grandchildren. Love and hugs to you all. Kim and Jimmy Cantrell "