James "Jimmy" Paul Waters passed away on January 21st, 2019, at the age of 58.  He was born on October 27th, 1960  to James and Kathy Waters in Gainesville, FL. 

Jimmy traveled the world as a young boy living in such places as Africa and South America with his family.  He started playing guitar at the age of 10 and never stopped, playing with various bands and having a solo career throughout his life. He worked mostly as a carpenter his whole life, from growing up learning from his father to owning his own business and working for numerous people throughout his life.  His boys and his daughter meant the world to him, Ryan (23), James (27) and Haley (30). With them he enjoyed fishing, hunting, hiking, and various outdoor activity, he had a huge heart and changed many different peoples lives.

For family, friends and others we will be gathering at BANISTER FUNERAL HOME on Sunday, January 27th, 2019 from 1p.m.-3:30 p.m. at 2068 U.S. 19 BUS, Dahlonega, GA 30533, to reminisce, grieve, and support each other this tough time.