James Ryan Little (Buddy/Jim) passed away peacefully in his sleep at home surrounded by his family after a battle with dementia. He celebrated his 90 ^th birthday with family and friends in July. He was a native of Daytona Beach and graduated from Mainland High School the class of 1952. He served in the U.S. Army. He was a project manager with the Department of Transportation for 34 years.

He Married Pat (Troup) in 1957. They would have celebrated their 65 ^th Wedding Anniversary in November. Among their interests were square dancing and traveling in their motorhome. He loved bluegrass and gospel music. They took many trips with the Good Sam Camping Club.

He was an avid bicyclist for 40 years and always had a big smile and made everyone he met feel special. He rode many miles a day making new friends as he went.

Survived by his Wife: Patricia Ann (Troup) Little of 65 years. Children: Lisa Ann Little of Daytona and James Michael (Mike) Little of Oviedo. Sister-in-Law: Nancy Little of Atlanta. Numerous Nieces and Nephews.

Visitation will be 12 noon and Service at 1pm on October 13 ^th at Lohman's Funeral Home Daytona, 1423 Bellevue Ave., Daytona Beach. Pastor Bob Hadley of Westside Baptist Church will officiate.

Hospice Memorial Donations may be made to: Vitas Healthcare, 2381 Mason Ave, Ste 100, Daytona Beach, FL 32117.

If you knew James, you would have been BLESSED AS HE GRACEFULLY JOINS THE ANGELS IN WORSHIPPING OUR GOD. GOD AND HIS FAMILY ALWAYS CAME FIRST.

Arrangements are under the careful direction of Lohman Funeral Home Daytona.

Condolences may be shared with the family below on Jim's Guestbook.