James Philip Mintz age 67 of Burgaw, passed gently from this earthly life, Monday June 17, 2019 at New Hanover Regional Medical Center.

He was born June 18, 1951 in Columbus County son of the late Marshall and Avis Brehmer Mintz. He was also predeceased by a sister Susan Blackman.

Surviving are sisters and brothers, Marsha Williams (Marlon), Addie Blackman (Duke), Alease Ballance (Dennis) and Richard Mintz all of Burgaw, Lois Mintz of Rocky Point, Nina Johnson (Brian) of Burgaw, and Mark Mintz (Amy) of Rocky Point; and many loving nieces and nephews.

James had a loving relationship with his nieces and nephews and considered them his children. He retired from Wilkes-White Tractor Company. He loved being a mechanic and worked on all types of machinery. He enjoyed music and movies. James was a loving brother, uncle and friend. He was very appreciative of all the care he received from family and friends during his illness.

The family will receive friends Tuesday 6-7:00 PM at Harrell's Funeral Home and at other times at the home of Mrs. Marsha Williams, 302 W. Wilmington St. Burgaw. Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM Wednesday June 19, 2019 at Harrell's Funeral Home Chapel. Reverend Tim Cook will officiate. Burial will follow in the Mintz Family Cemetery in Delco.

Memorial contributions can be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital www.stjude.org .

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