James Savary

Mr. James Calvert Savary, more commonly known as “Jim” or “Poppy”, age 81, passed away on March 8, 2025, at his residence in Martin, TN.

Jim was born on June 25th, 1943, to his father Calvert James Savary and his mother Lorraine Marie Cox in Takoma Park, Maryland.

Jim was a devoted husband, son, brother, uncle, father, grandfather, and friend to all. He loved the Lord and put him first in his life, attending Central Baptist Church in Martin, TN at the time of his passing. He was a proud veteran, who felt honored to have served his country in the U.S. Navy. Jim loved to spend his time crafting, gardening, bowling, golfing, and watching Hallmark movies.

Along with his parents, Jim was preceded in his death by his precious wife; Mary Anne Savary, his sister; Joan Hammond, brother; John Savary, and step-son; Nathan Shrader.

He is survived by his children; James Savary (Nora), Shasta Curtis (Bill), Angela Smith (Gerryle), Karen Markley (Bill), Kim Zolnay (Randy) Kristine McCaslin (Mike), his sisters; Donna Lubbes, Priscilla Savary, Rebecca “Beki” Kasko, his 16 grandchildren, and 19 his great-grandchildren.

There will a graveside service held on March 30th, 2025, at 11:30 AM at Bethany Christian Church, in Eads, TN.

Murphy Funeral Home in Martin, Tn is in charge of arrangements.