James Edward Handy

James Edward Handy, 88, passed away Monday, September 23, 2019 in Savannah, Georgia. He was a native of Johnson City and was a son of the late James Everett Handy and Nellie Cox Handy. Mr. Handy’s favorite thing to do was bowling, and he bowled on several league teams in Johnson City for many years. A lifelong fan of the Atlanta Braves and of course, the ETSU Bucs. Mr. Handy was an avid aficionado of Jazz music, with a collection of many thousands of albums and CDs. He retired form the U.S. Army with 41 years of service via active duty, reserves and National Guard and retired from a lifelong career at the V.A. Hospital in Johnson City. Survivors include his six children, Steven Handy, Keith Handy, Kyle Handy, Curtis Handy, Sheridan Handy and Robert Handy; a sister, Jacque Albright; also four grandchildren and two great-grandchildren. Graveside services for Mr. Handy will be conducted at 11:30 AM Thursday, October 3, 2019 in the Mountain Home National Cemetery. Military Honors will be accorded by the Carter County Honor Guard Detail. For those attending this service you are asked to meet at the cemetery by 11:20 AM. Condolences may be made online at www.wadugger.com. Woodall-Anderson and Dugger Funeral Home, 108 W. Watauga avenue, Johnson City is serving the Handy family. 423-928-2245Read Obituary