Mr. James A. Mize, age 74, of Jonesboro, passed away, August 2, 2012. He was a member of the Riverdale Masonic Lodge, Yarrab Shrine, and Scottish Rite. He is survived by his wife; Glenda, daughter; Janet Mize Kidd of Stockbridge, daughter and son in law; Lorraine Mize (Jeff) Durden of McDonough, son; Gary Allen Mize of Paducah, KY, brother; Andy Oliver Mize of Rex, grandchildren; Rhianna Kidd, Jarrad Kidd, Gary James Mize, Brandon Michael Mize and Christopher Allen Mize. Funeral services will be held, Sunday, August 5, 2012, at 2 PM in the chapel of Ford-Stewart Funeral Home. Interment will be at Fairview Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 4, 2012 from 6-8 PM at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers make contributions to: American Cancer Society, 301 Kelly Drive, Suite 3, Peachtree City, GA 30269.