James Lee “Jim” Arivette, 50, of Kyle, went to be with our Lord and Savior on August 12, 2020 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was at home surrounded by his family. He was born February 6, 1970 in Rosenberg, Texas.
He is survived by his loving wife Pamela Grumbles Barnard; his children Chelsea Starret, Brooke, Heath and Wade Barnard; his grandchildren Jace, Kade and Wyatt; his sisters Jamie Schumann, Sonya Brashear, Connie Collins, Cheryl Odom and Christine Andrade; his extended family David and Patsy Allen, Dellene Davis, Tracy Papke and Angie Ragsdale; along with numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jim worked in remodeling and construction. His proudest accomplishment was the home he remodeled for his wife. He always said he would build her a home. When he was not working, he loved spending time at the beach with his family and drinking an ice-cold beer. Jim’s passion was music, cars and motorcycles. He loved singing the hits such as “Neon Moon” and “Statue of a Fool.” Over the years, Jim had numerous vehicles and the running joke was “what was he going to be driving next?”
A Celebration of Life service will be held on Sunday, August 23, 2 p.m. at Hays County BBQ, 1612 S. Interstate 35 in San Marcos. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, there will be limited seating available and masks required.
