James "Jimmy" Quinton Yarbrough, Jr.

James “Jimmy” Quinton Yarbrough, Jr., 76, of Ashburn passed away Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at his residence. Jimmy was a devoted husband, loving father and amazing grandfather/papa.

Jimmy was born in Tift County on October 9, 1949 to the late James Quinton, Sr. and Elva Gray Lockerman Yarbrough. He was Pattern Designer at Best Manufacturing. Jimmy loved gardening and took great pride in his gardening skills. He was also an avid hunter. James’ true passion was bird watching, especially hummingbirds. He was a member of a national hummingbird society. He had a species of hummingbirds not native to South Georgia that made their home in his yard. He had them banded so they could be tracked to see where they were from. He was also a HAM Radio Operator and enjoyed history.

He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Helen “Cookie” Yarbrough of Ashburn; daughters, Kelli Fryer of Tifton and Becki Yarbrough of Ashburn; sons, Jody (Kathy) Yarbrough of Albany and Jamie Yarbrough of Ashburn; sister, Sheila (Jim) George of Cordele; brother, Tony (Selena) Yarbrough of Sycamore; grandchildren, Jeff, Jordan, Jacob, Kerigan, Justin, Kailyn, Dalton, Ashleigh, Sean, Christopher and Kiric. He is also survived by eight great-grandchildren and several nieces and nephews.

Jimmy lived a life rooted in simple joy and quiet strength. He was a gentle spirit with a curiosity that never faded.

Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Christian Union Church of God. Interment will be private. The family will greet friends from 2:00 PM until 3:00 PM Saturday, December 13, 2025 at Christian Union Church of God.