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James Thomas Irvin, Jr. MYRTLE BEACH, SC - James Thomas Irvin, Jr., 77, of Myrtle Beach passed away Sunday, October 22, 2017 at Embrace Hospice House. Jim was born on March 29, 1940, in Shelby, N.C. to James Thomas Irvin of Shelby and Thelma Powers Irvin of Bennettsville, S.C. In 1958, Jim graduated from the McCallie School in Chattanooga, TN and went on to attend the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, where he was a member of the Varsity Golf Team. Jim held the course record at the Tarheels' home course, Finley Golf Course, until the course was redesigned. Jim transferred to the University of Georgia and graduated in 1963 with a degree in Business Administration. He continued his education at the University of South Carolina School of Law, where he graduated in 1967. Jim married Loretta Morrill in 1967 and began the practice of law in Rock Hill, S.C. During that time, he was one of the founding members of Westminster Presbyterian Church where he served as a Deacon. He also served on the Board of Trinity Christian School and supported the worldwide ministry of Wycliffe Bible Translators. In 1980, Jim and his family moved to Beaufort, S.C. where he served as City Attorney and opened a law practice. In 1990, Jim opened The Irvin Law Firm in Myrtle Beach where he practiced until this year. Jim had a love for family, friends and helping people in difficult circumstances. Jim is survived by: his wife of ten years, Joye Gleason Irvin; his son, James T. Irvin III (Melissa); his daughter, Kristin Irvin Verdone (Ben); his step-sons, Sean Newsome and Patrick Gleason, Patrick's daughter Gracelyn Sailor Gleason; and three grandchildren, James Thomas Irvin IV, Alise Simmons Irvin, and Ava Rett Verdone. The family will receive friends at Burroughs Funeral Home in Murrells Inlet on Friday October 27th from 6-8pm. A Memorial Service will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Myrtle Beach at 11:30 on Saturday October 28th. Memorial donations may be made to Embrace Hospice of Myrtle Beach or The American Cancer Society. Burroughsfh.com Visit our guestbook at www.legacy.com/obituaries/ charleston

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Published by Charleston Post & Courier from Oct. 26 to Oct. 27, 2017.

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Tom Herron

October 19, 2023

It simply cannot have been six years. Still miss our visits! Prayers to the family!

Walter cuadra

August 28, 2023

He was my lawyer who represents me at the court when I had divorce from my ex..... RIP...2008...

Elizabeth Evans

October 19, 2019

James was a wonderful lawyer I am sure is missed tremendously... as well as a husband who loved his wife with all his heart.

Thomas Herron

November 4, 2017

My heart goes out to Joye and Jim's family. Friends for more than 15 years, Jim's sincerity and care for others was a window into his kind soul. I will miss him ... one of my most unforgettable characters. RIP my friend.

Jo Anne Hudson

October 31, 2017

Sorry for your loss.

October 30, 2017

I saw Jim as a good manSo happy for my neice that she found him,may he rest in peace. he will be missed, -----Aunt Gloria

Robert Shelley

October 28, 2017

Jim was Truly a friend to everyone that would allow. He was my friend I'm so very proud to say. I Enjoyed many trips, conversations and times with Jim. A man of great knowledge and wisdom.

October 27, 2017

So sorry for your loss, may the family find comfort @Issiah 25:8, AJ

Earl and Harriette Wilson

October 26, 2017

Rest in Peace, Jim. You were a close and great friend and your memories will be with us forever.

ELIZABETH Evans

October 26, 2017

I know a million times you were needed a million times we all cried if love could have saved you you never would have died ...God saw you getting tired when a cure was not to be he wrapped his arms around you and whispered come to me ...for all he seen he seen you needed rest... GOD'S garden must be beautiful for he only picks the best...rest in peace now MY FRIEND.

Todd Baker

October 25, 2017

So sorry to hear of Jim's passing. My condolences to the family and to all his friends in the Myrtle Beach SC area. RIP Jim!

Andy & Bonnie Sabados

October 25, 2017

Jim was a passionate attorney. Deepest sympathy to his family.

Theresa Marshall

October 25, 2017

I am so sorry. Jim and my husband( the late Harris Marshall) were great friends. They even crashed a small plane on the way to Bennettsville with some other guys that lived in the same house. I have so many fond memories and lots of smiles when I think of Jimmy. Blessings to his family. He was a great friend.

Aaron J. Peterson

October 25, 2017

A very good man...

Wanda Rahall

October 24, 2017

Sorry to hear about Jim passing"" great guy@ he will be missed by so many.. Rest in peace.......

Jerry Starling

October 24, 2017

Sorry to hear of the departing news. My heart goes out to Jim`s family.
I played many rounds of golf rounds with Jim during 1990-2004 era. He was a funny person to be around on golf links. He keep everybody laughing and was quite a striker of the ball. As I reminisce, I am smiling at the fun times we shared over several years in our foursomes. He will be missed
Jerry A. Starling

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