James Luther "Jamie" Hildreth, 93, of Pageland, SC went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 22, 2024 at his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on June 21, 1931 in Pageland, SC to the late Wilson James Hildreth and Lillie Moree Hildreth. He was predeceased by his brothers, William Carson Hildreth, Claude Hildreth, Ted Hildreth, Harry Hildreth and Ralph Hildreth; sister, Sarah Woodring; daughter, Diane Cato Kelly and sister-in-law, Linda Gibson Hildreth.

Jamie was a graduate of Pageland High School in 1949. After graduating school, he joined the Air Force and served four years. After returning home, he worked for Hursey Chevrolet in Pageland, SC, Griffin Motors in Monroe, NC and Outen Chevrolet in Pageland, SC. He later went into business for himself for forty-seven years owning H&H towing SVC, moving mobile homes until retirement when he was eighty-seven and half. He was a member of Bethany Presbyterian Church in Monroe, NC.

He is survived by his wife, Kitty Hicks Hildreth of the home; son, Sean Hildreth of Pageland, SC; daughter, Janice Cato Autry of Pageland, SC; grandchildren, Gabrella Terry of Tampa Bay FL, Nicholas "Nick" Hildreth of Pageland SC and Becca Hildreth of Pageland, SC; great grandchildren, Nickey Hildreth of Monroe, NC and Milaya Dawn Hildreth of Pageland, SC; sister-in-laws, Shirley Hildreth of Locust, NC and Violet Hildreth of Huntersville, NC; numerous nieces and nephews; friends, Angelina Stroud and Riley Stroud both of Lancaster, SC and Brooke Fowler of Monroe, NC, and the mother of Nickey, Amy Shelton.

Jamie's interests were a reflection of his appreciation for life's simple pleasures. His passion for car racing brought an exhilarating rush to his weekends as he cheered on his favorite drivers. He loved life and loved to tell jokes to make people laugh. He never did forget a single joke. Jamie loved his family and they always came first in his life. He was the happiest when he was doing something for others.

The family will receive friends from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at Baumgartner Funeral Home.

There will be a Celebration of Life Graveside Service on Saturday, October 26, 2024 at 2:15 PM at Greenlawn Memorial Park of Pageland with Pastor Cindy Rumsey and Pastor Carl Ritter officiating. Burial will follow at Greenlawn Memorial Park of Pageland.

The family would like to express sincere appreciation for the love and care given by Gentiva Hospice and a special thanks to Brenda Goatley, Kathy Payne, Barbie Johnson and Lisa Harrison. To our wonderful niece, Sheila Plyler for all her love and help day in and out for us. Jamie referred to her as his Guardian Angel. She was a blessing to us! Nick Hildreth for staying twenty-four hours, seven days a week with us and devoting his life to us.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to SSGT. Jason Hicks Memorial Scholarship Fund, C/O Theresa Hicks, 19573 Angelus Rd, Jefferson, SC 29718, or St. Jude Children's Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, or Gentiva Hospice, 205 E. Main St., Chesterfield, SC 29709.

Arrangements are entrusted to Baumgartner Funeral Home of Pageland, South Carolina (www.baumgartnerfh.com)