James Farrell Mims, of Honeysuckle Woods, River Hills Plantation, passed away Saturday, August 15, 2009 at his residence. He was born in Hickory, NC to Everette and Pauline Mims. He graduated from Hickory High School and was an electronics instructor in the U.S. Air Force, he retired from AT&T in 1990. He was preceded in death by his Joan. Surviving are his sons Daniel, David, Jonathan and Christopher. Grandchildren Laura, Sarah and Noah, brother Larry, sister Martha. A celebration of life will be held with the family. Memorials may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, Donation Processing Center PO Box 96010 Washington, DC 20077