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James Kilgore

January 22, 1952 — November 13, 2024

Siler City

James Kilgore, 72, of Siler City, died peacefully at his home, Wednesday, November 13, 2024. 

James was born in Pike County, Kentucky to the late Willard Preston Kilgore and the late Anna Mildred Mitchell Kilgore on January 22, 1952. He was a coal miner for 20 years before moving to Siler City. James retired from Frontier Spinning in Sanford, NC. He enjoyed being outside either hunting or fishing. James loved his family especially his grandson, Alex.

James is survived by his wife of 53 years, Melinda Hayes Kilgore; daughter, Rebecca Kilgore; grandson, Alex James Kilgore; sisters, Faye Kilgore, Mary K. Church, and Debbie Medlin; brothers, Robert Kilgore, and Roger Kilgore; and many nieces and nephews.

A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.

Smith & Buckner Funeral Home is serving the Kilgore family.

Online Condolences may be made at www.smithbucknerfh.com


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