Jim McRae
James David McRae, 82, of Hamilton, passed away Monday, Sept. 1, 2025, at the Marion Regional Nursing Home.
He was born in Vernon on Aug. 14, 1943. Jim earned a B.S. degree in agricultural science from Auburn University in 1965. He worked in the family milk business, a local wholesaler for Barber’s Milk. He farmed for many years before founding McRae Real Estate and Appraisal. He served on the Tombigbee Electric Board of Directors for 50 years and was chairman for 13. He held a state position on the AREA board for many years. He enjoyed being on the ALFA Board because he was always a farmer at heart. He was a 50 year member of the Masonic Lodge, and a long-time member of the Methodist Church.
Survivors include wife, Belinda McRae; son, James Matthew McRae; brother, Tom (Helen) McRae; and a host of nieces and nephews.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James Henry and Berneese Dison McRae.
Funeral services were held at Hamilton Funeral Home Chapel on Sept. 4, 2025. Burial followed at Bexar Cemetery.
Hamilton Funeral Home
161 Falcon Circle
Hamilton, AL 35570
205-921-3197
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