James Baxter Ferebee, 69, of Sweet Home passed away Tuesday at his home. He was born in Sweet Home to William Baxter and Dorothy (Holdridge) Ferebee. He was the oldest of 4, a brother Michael, two sisters: Barbara and Virginia (Jenny).

Jim met and married Roseanna Nelson on January 8, 1970. Jim and Roseanna (Rose) lived in various places in Oregon and Nevada before settling in Foster.

He served in the United States Navy. He worked as a Timber faller, long haul trucker and at the Sweet Home School district before retiring. He loved his family, was a dedicated family man with a big heart. Jim loved hunting and gardening.

Jim is survived by his Sweetheart of 52 years Roseanna; three sons: William and his wife Angie, James, Jesse and his wife Oma; 14 grandchildren; four great grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his parentsWilliam Baxter and Dorothy Ferebee; sister Barbara; and brother Michael.

A private Celebration of Life will be held at a later date.
Sweet Home Funeral Chapel is handling arrangements. www.sweethomefuneral.com