James Lee Belcher
February 21, 1942 – June 25, 2025
James Lee Belcher, 83, of Dublin, Virginia, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2025, after a long battle with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.
Born on February 21, 1942, Jim was a proud graduate of Dublin High School, Class of 1960. He served in the U.S. Navy from 1960 to 1964 as a diesel mechanic aboard the USS Independence and the USCGC Edisto, traveling to France, Greece, Turkey, Italy, Norway, Iceland, and Antarctica. After his service, Jim worked for C & P Telephone Company, later AT&T and Verizon, where he built a long and respected career.
Jim was deeply committed to his community. A lifelong member of Dublin United Methodist Church, he also gave generously of his time as a donor and volunteer with the American Red Cross, a member of the Dublin Lions Club, and a supporter of the Pulaski County High School Band Boosters. Known for always working behind the scenes, Jim lived his life in quiet service to others.
He never met a stranger and always had a smile on his face. He loved spending time with friends and family, especially his grandchildren, whom he loved dearly.
Jim was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Shirley Goforth Belcher, and his parents, James Roy Belcher and Helen Graham Belcher Hall. He is survived by his children, Karen (Leon) Dishon and Lee Belcher; grandchildren Tyler Dishon of Charleston, SC; Chandler Dishon of Dublin; Caitlin Davis of Christiansburg; and bonus granddaughter Tristen Velasco of Radford. He is also survived by his brother Wes (Sue) Belcher and numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations in Jim’s memory be made to the Alzheimer’s Association, Dublin United Methodist Church, or a cause meaningful to you.
A celebration of Jim’s life will be held on Monday, June 30, 2025 at 2:00 PM at Dublin United Methodist Church. Visitation will be held from 1:00 PM until 2:00 PM at the church. Interment to follow at Highland Memory Gardens in Dublin, Virginia.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to the caregivers at Pulaski Adult Day Service and Davis & McDaniel Veteran’s Care Center for their compassion, support, and care during Jim’s final years.
June 26, 2025 @ 6:06 pm
sending prayers to Lee and Karen family.
sorry for y’all loss
June 26, 2025 @ 6:58 pm
I’m so sorry to hear about the passing of Jimmy, he was always so kind , he will be missed by so many people, he was always helping everyone.
June 26, 2025 @ 10:29 pm
So sorry to hear of the loss of another Dublin Duke. You in the same class with Patricia Nester who became sister in-law in 1975. She truly loved all her classmates and attended every class reunion until she passed away in 2014.
Prayers for your family and friends.
June 27, 2025 @ 6:40 am
So very sorry to hear of my friends passing.Prayers to Karen and Lee.
June 27, 2025 @ 7:01 pm
Lee I’m truly sorry for the loss of your dad
my thoughts and prayers to you. 🙏
June 27, 2025 @ 7:43 pm
So sorry to hear of your loss of Jim. I grew up near his grandparents, Mr. & Mrs. Graham, whose house was close to where our mailbox was located. Used to play with Jim/them in the summer when school was out. Jim/their Mom, Helen, and I remained friends after I became an adult. He will surely be missed. Our love and prayers will be with all of you in the coming days. Am so sorry I cannot attend his service, because of health issues. God bless all of you! Thoughtfully, Loretta Morris Pifer and Family
June 27, 2025 @ 7:43 pm
We sure do miss Jimmy. He was a member of the goose Creek yacht club. Jimmy always had a smile on his face. Sorry for your passing.
June 30, 2025 @ 3:38 pm
Jimmy was a great person who always had a smile on his face. Jimmy and I were 1960 graduates of Dublin High School. I am very sorry for his passing and the loss for his family and the Dublin community.