James O. “J.O.” Littleton

James O. “J.O.” Littleton, age 88, of Calera, AL, went to be with Jesus Thursday, April 28, 2016.  He was predeceased by his wife, Frances Littleton and  siblings, Onzelle Avery (Robert), Owen Littleton (MaryAnn), Ocie Littleton (Odis), Orell Hilyer, Obie Littleton and Oneil Littleton (Jane).  J.O.’s survivors include his daughter, Tina Snipes; son, Jerry H. Littleton (Debbie); siblings, Olean Bratton (Richard), Olysneil Horton, Orville Littleton (Leah) and Ormajean Mims;  daughter-in-law, Joy Littleton and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews and other family members.  The visitation will be 6-8 p.m., Monday, May 2, 2016. The Funeral Service will be 12 noon, Tuesday, May 3, 2016 at the funeral home.   Burial will be in Shelby Memory Gardens.