Jimmy Brownie White

Jimmy Brownie White, 69, of Wallace died Thursday, April 20, 2017 at Lower Cape Fear Hospice in Wilmington. He was born August 27, 1947 in Columbus County, the son of Henry Brownie White, Jr. and Stella Lorene Talbott White.

A talented painter of nature, Jimmy shared numerous paintings with family and friends. He found peace and solitude while painting. He was also an avid dirt track race fan, creating great memories with his family. He and his sister, Nancy, shared their love of animals and together cared for a variety of animals including cats, peacocks, turkeys, ducks and chickens.

He is survived by his son, Preston White (Karen) of Whiteville; brother, Jack White (Barbara) of Hallsboro; sisters, Nancy Kelley of Wallace, Judy Cavenaugh (Jimmy) of Wallace; grandchildren, Nicholas Price and Natalie Price.

In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Columbus County Animal Shelter, 288 Legion Drive, Whiteville, NC 28472 or Lower Cape Fear Hospice, 1414 Physicians Drive, Wilmington, NC 28401.

A private, family ceremony will be planned at a later date.

Online condolences may be made at peacockfuneralhome.net.