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James B Guice

March 28, 1943 - November 18, 2015

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Friday 11/20, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

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Saturday 11/21, 10:00 am
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Saturday 11/21

James B. GuiceKilpatrick Funeral HomeRuston, LA Celebration of Life for James B Guice, 72, of Downsville, LA, will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Downsville United Methodist Church in Downsville, LA. Interment will follow at the Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.He was born on March 28, 1943 and passed away on November 18, 2015. He was a long time faithful member of Downsville UMC. James B. was a US Army Veteran, a member of the Downsville Masonic Lodge, Monroe Scottish Rite and the Barak Shrine Temple. He was a 1961 graduate of Downsville High School and worked for 42 years at Ford, Bacon and Davis in Monroe, LA. Upon his retirement he often said “Everyday is Saturday”. Poppa B. was the best husband, daddy and granddaddy ever. The void he leaves in his family and community is beyond measure.There is so much more to say, but as “B” would have said had he written this “If you knew him, you know and if you didn't, you don't need to”. There was never a dull moment when he was around and he made everything fun! If he met you, you were his friend, and he would do anything for you but he loved his family the most.He is preceded in death by his parents Tom and Doris Guice, brothers Clarence and Thomas and his in-laws who he loved so much, Durwood and Judy McFarland.Left to cherish his memory is his beloved wife Carolyn McFarland Guice; daughters and his son-in-laws, Debbie Holmes and husband Jordan of Ruston and Elizabeth Miller and husband Josh of Bossier City; his grandsons, Pop's Boys – Walker Holmes and Davis Holmes and his granddaughter, Pop's Girl – Abby Miller; sister and brothers, Trudy Albritton, Kenny Guice and Harold Guice; brother and sister-in-laws Johnny and Charlotte McFarland and Julia and Tony Savana . Also numerous, nieces, nephews and so many friends he loved dearly. Visitation will be held on Friday, November 20, 2015, from 5:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at Kilpatrick Funeral Home in Ruston. Donations in his memory can be made to the Downsville UMC, Barak Shriners, or Kairos of Louisiana. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.kilpatrickfuneralhomes.com

Visitation
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Friday 11/20, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Saturday 11/21, 10:00 am
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Saturday 11/21

James B. GuiceKilpatrick Funeral HomeRuston, LA Celebration of Life for James B Guice, 72, of Downsville, LA, will be held on Saturday, November 21, 2015 at 10:00 A.M. at the Downsville United Methodist Church in Downsville, LA. Interment will follow at the Downsville Cemetery under the direction of Kilpatrick Funeral Home.He was born on MarchContinue Reading

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Mark Hammons left a message on November 21, 2015:
Mr James B meant so much to me, especially when I was a kid. I'll never forget how he would yell across the road, usually stopping whatever he was doing to talk to me for a few minutes. He spent time with me, and always made me feel important. I always associate the smell of diesel with him, from his big green Kenworth or his big old tractor. I will miss him. We are praying for all of you.
Mark Hammons left a message on November 21, 2015:
Mr James B meant so much to me, especially when I was a kid. I'll never forget how he would yell across the road, usually stopping whatever he was doing to talk to me for a few minutes. He spent time with me, and always made me feel important. I always associate the smell of diesel with him, from his big green Kenworth or his big old tractor. I will miss him. We are praying for all of you.
Boyce Free left a message on November 21, 2015:
Carolyn, during my years at FB&D, I came to know and respect Jim as a great person. He was always fun to be around and I will remember him always. I will keep all of your family in my prayers. Jim will be missed dearly.
Petina Williams Johnson left a message on November 21, 2015:
I remember that brown bronco! Always smiling and waving! I haven't been around everyone in a long time, but I do have great memories from younger years of trips to ballet with Debbie. Lizabeth as a little girl and Oh Mrs. Carolyn is an ANGEL to me! I pray all of you find peace! My prayers are with you today and always! Love, Petina
Charles and Betty Thomisee left a message on November 21, 2015:
Carolyn and Family, So saddened about your loss. Our prayers are with you. James B.'s warm smile and greetings at church will be greatly missed. Love you.
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Marie Spurlock Brooks left a message on November 21, 2015:
Carolyn. I am so sorry to hear of James passing and your loss. I am praying that God will keep you and your family in his arms at this difficult time God bless you. Marie Spurlock Brooks
Linda Lee Goss left a message on November 20, 2015:
Carolyn, please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Jerry L. DeCelle left a message on November 20, 2015:
Carolyn, I was shocked and saddened when I heard. He was always a good friend to me and happy to see me when he did. I certainly enjoyed his company and humor all these many years I’ve known him, close to 50 now. I’m still in the hospital recovering from surgery or I would surely be there.
Randy Walton left a message on November 20, 2015:
I am so sorry for your loss, Fats will be missed by all.
Rita Wellbrink left a message on November 20, 2015:
Trudy, I'm so sorry for your loss. Judging from the comments in his obituary, he was a wonderful gentleman. My condolences to you and all of your family.
Eugene Brown left a message on November 20, 2015:
I was sorry to hear about James' passing. I understand your grief since it has only been a little over six months since Sally's death. I will be praying for each of you.
Dwight and Cheryl Lamkin left a message on November 20, 2015:
Carolyn and family, please know that we are thinking about you at this time. Prayers lifted for all of you.
mike & pam shepherd left a message on November 20, 2015:
we're sorry for your loss, mike & pam shepherd
Lyle Russell left a message on November 20, 2015:
Carolyn, I was a lucky boy to have grown up around "Fats". As the wizard told the Tin Man in the Wizard OF OZ. "A heart is not judged on how much you love, but how much others love you". Lyle
Donna and Mark Fraley left a message on November 20, 2015:
So sorry or your loss. Keeping you and your family in our prayers. Much love
Patty butler left a message on November 19, 2015:
Love and miss you uncle James B.
Patty butler left a message on November 19, 2015:
Will miss you uncle James b. You are now with daddy and uncle snow ,mama guice and pop . I know you all are having a reunion and catching up in heaven ,but we all will truly miss you . Patti and Ronnie
Kilpatrick Funeral Homes left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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