James T. (Jimmy) Babb 

James T. Babb, long time resident of Tacoma, died March 1, 1999 in 
Pickens, SC. He was born in Pickens on March 7, 1911, and spent the 
last 10 years living there. Jim retired from the US Army after 20 years, 
and then worked for Civil Service at Ft. Lewis, WA, until retirement. 
While in Tacoma, he was a member of Horace Tyler Masonic Lodge 
and the Tacoma Elks. Jim was preceded in death by his wife of 40 
years, Alma Nasser Babb, and his son, Thomas James Babb. He is 
survived by wife Frances Parker Babb of Pickens, and daughter 
Connie Kinyon of Enumclaw, WA; 4 grandchildren and 2 great 
grandchildren. Besides his love of fishing and playing a great game of 
cribbage, Jimmy will be remembered for his love of being with people, 
telling his stories, and always a "twinkle in his eye." A memorial services 
will be held March 13 at 11:00am at University Place Presbyterian 
Church. Remembrances to a charity of choice. Pub Date: 3/10/1999 

Tacoma News Tribune