James Barnes Rambo

James Barnes Rambo age 73 of Holly Springs, Mississippi, passed away peacefully at home on October 26, 2025. Jim was the son of the late Albert Loton Rambo and Mary Brawner Rambo of Marietta, GA. He is survived by his spouse Peter Nichol of Holly Springs, MS, brother Bert Rambo of Larkspur, CO, sister Martha Rambo Wyatt and brother-in-law Chuck Wyatt of Franklin, NC, nephew Clay Wyatt of Boulder, CO, niece Brooke Wyatt Welbourn and husband Brian Welbourn of Cumming, GA, great nephew Grady Welbourn and great niece Charlie Welbourn of Cumming, GA, aunt Sue Rambo of Kennesaw, GA, best friend Eddie Wilson of Marietta, GA, and a multitude of cousins living in Georgia and Florida. Jim was a long-time resident of Marietta. He graduated from Marietta High School in 1970 where he played center for the varsity football team. He earned a football scholarship to East Tennessee State University and played center for four years, graduating with a degree in finance. A man of many talents and interests including a passion for aviation, Jim became a flight instructor, charter pilot and corporate pilot for a variety of Atlanta based organizations. He later became part owner of Rambo Sales in Marietta, often flying his beloved Beechcraft Bonanza to out-of-state appointments. Jim enjoyed biking, hiking, camping and photography. Jim loved his family, rarely missing a gathering and making each Christmas fun with his practical gifts (phone chargers, light dimmers, flashlights) typically wrapped in newspaper. He helped plan family celebrations and attended many sporting events, parties and graduations for his niece and nephew. He was also a best friend and primary care partner to his parents, Al and Mary Rambo, especially in their later years. His support for their wellbeing was unwavering. Jim was loved by all. Having met in 1993, Jim and Peter moved together to a rural Mississippi farmstead in 2021where they continued to enjoy travel and adventure by land, air and sea. It is here where Jim spent his final years embraced by the love of his devoted companion and in the company of their three dogs. You will be dearly missed Bo-Bo. Fly high. A gathering of family and friends will be planned for a later date. Mayes Ward Dobbins Funeral Home will oversee the arrangements. If you would like to honor Jim, please contribute to the Alzheimer’s Foundation of America at alzfdn.org or to the charity of your choice.

James Barnes Rambo

May 28, 1952 - October 26, 2025