Life Reflections
A Time to be Born
James Edward “Skip” Orsborn was born on April 16, 1950, to the Late William Fitz Orsborn and in the home of Mrs. Martha Bell Orsborn.
A Time to Depart
On Tuesday, February 15, 2022, James “Skip” Graciously answered his call of riding that “White Horse.” Through his struggles and his fight, he has now surrendered and is now resting peacefully in the arms of the Lord.
James “Skip” is preceded in death by his Dad, two sisters, two brothers.
He leaves to cherish his life, his mother, Mrs. Martha Bell Orsborn of Cornelia, GA. Three sisters Ruth V. King and Carrie (Curt) Gibson, of Cornelia, Ga; and Debra (Joe) Brown of Hollywood, GA; and one Brother Tim (Sally) Brown of Alto.
He also leaves to cherish his memory a host of nieces, nephews as well as cousins and friends that loved him as well. He also had two very special young ladies in his life that he called his wife (Mrs. Shazmon Colbert) and his girlfriend (Ms. Portia Burns)
James “Skip’s” greatest pass time was watching wrestling anytime he could.
Funeral services are 3 pm on Saturday, February 19, 2022, in the Chapel of McGahee-Griffin & Stewart with Bishop Ernest Burns officiating.
The family will receive friends from 2-3 pm on Saturday at the funeral home.
Those in attendance are asked to please adhere to the public health and social distancing guidelines regarding COVID-19.
An online guest register is available and may be viewed at www.mcgaheegriffinandstewart.com.
McGahee-Griffin & Stewart Funeral Home of Cornelia, Georgia (706/778-8668) is in charge of arrangements.
