WILMINGTON — James “Jim” Alva Bloodworth, 80, passed peacefully from his earthly life on Thursday, September 17, 2026.
Born on January 26, 1946, in Wilmington, he was the beloved son of the late Jessie Wilson Bloodworth and Wilma Clements Bloodworth.
A man of deep devotion, integrity, and warmth, Jim honorably served his country in the U.S. Coast Guard, stationed out of Virginia aboard the cutter Chincoteague. Those years sparked a lifelong love of travel and allowed him to explore many cherished places across the globe. Returning home, Jim dedicated over 40 years of service as a faithful member and past Master of the Charles B. Newcomb Masonic Lodge #740, where he embodied the spirit of brotherhood, community, and service.
Above all, Jim’s heart belonged to his family. He leaves behind his devoted wife of 55 years, Susan Hicks Bloodworth, with whom he built a lifetime of loving memories. He is also survived by his son, Roben Bloodworth; his daughter, Wendi Bloodworth; his cherished grandchildren, James, Matthew, John, Emily, and Jessica; his sister, Elizabeth “Bebe” Melvin; his brothers, Jessie W. “Buck” Bloodworth, Jr., Timothy “Robbie” Bloodworth (Bonnie), and William “Bill” Bloodworth (Madeleyn); his special brother, Jerry Groves; and a large extended family of nieces, nephews, and dear friends who will forever miss his gentle spirit and guidance.
A graveside service celebrating Jim’s life will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at the Bloodworth Cemetery in Rocky Point, with Pastor James Demmel officiating. The family will receive friends at the cemetery immediately following the service to share memories and honor his memory together.
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