James "Jim" Thomas Brakebill

JAMES THOMAS "JIM" BRAKEBILL, age 88 of Niota, Tenn. passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2020, in Sweetwater, Tenn. He was a native of Monroe County, Tenn. , resident most of his life of McMinn County, Tenn., a son of the late Thomas Edward and Augusta Irene Miller Brakebill and preceded in death by his wife of 67 years Eva Mae Hicks Brakebill on April 20, 2018. He and his wife owned and operator of The Country Market for 18 years and has built homes all over McMinn County. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Niota and was an avid Ham Radio operator. 
Survivors: Two Sons and daughters-in-law: Rick and Shirley Brakebill of Niota, Tenn. Kevin and Alicia Brakebill of Athens, Tenn.,  4 Grandchildren, 3 Great Grandchildren. 
Due to COVID-19 concerns a private family graveside service will be held and there will be no visitation. Condolences may be sent to www.laycock-hobbs.com/notices/James-Brakebill  Memorial contributions may be sent to American Cancer Society P.O. Box 22478 Oklahoma City, OK 73123. Laycock-Hobbs Funeral Home, Athens, Tenn. in charge of arrangements.