James Larry Hires

James Larry Hires, 54 of Gainesville, died Monday, July 18, 2011.

Mr. Hires was born in Jacksonville, Florida, but had lived in Gainesville for the past few years.

Mr. Hires is survived by his wife, JoAnn Smith Hires; a son, J.W. Hires; grandaughter, Taylor Hires; brother, John Hires. He is also survived by two sisters and several neices and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. Wednesday July 20, 2011 at the Pleasant Hill Baptist Church. Dr. Gerald Atkins will officiate. The family will receive friends at the church on Wednesday from noon until the funeral hour.

Those wishing to make online condolences may do so at www.masonward.com

Mason & Ward Funeral Home, 1190 McEver Road, Gainesville, Georgia, is in charge of arrangements.