of Summit, AR
April 21, 1973 - October 31, 2025
James Garvin (Jamie) Ply of Summit, Arkansas was born on April 21, 1973 in Boone County and entered into rest on October 31, 2025 at the age of 52.
Jamie will be remembered as a fun-loving sportsman, athlete and avid baseball card collector, as well as a generous friend and devoted son. During his years at Yellville-Summit High School, Jamie played football, baseball, basketball and ran track. He was a formidable opponent and set several athletic records before graduating in 1992.
He is survived by one daughter, Macie Nicole Ply (McElroy) of Raleigh, North Carolina; his parents, Larry and Patricia Ply of Summit, Arkansas; one brother, Torie Ply of Summit, Arkansas and four nephews, Jonathan, Joshua, Jeremiah and Jaron Ply.
Jamie was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jimmy and Ruth Paxton and Garvin and Edna Ply.
Jamie left too soon from this world, but the mark he left on the lives he touched won't be forgotten and will live on in the hearts of his friends and family.
A visitation will be held at Roller-Burns Funeral Home on Friday, November 14, 2025 at 11:00 am with a Graveside service directly following at 12:00 pm at Georges Creek Cemetery in Yellville, Arkansas.
Services in the care of Roller-Burns Funeral Home in Yellville, Arkansas.
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12 Condolence(s)
Juanita Miller
Thursday, December 4, 2025
A truly wonderful man who had many friends he will be truly missed. A man who had the heart to help people A caring & loving person. Jamie you are going to be truly missed. Remembered by many of all the good you done. RIP my friend.
Millie L Waterman
Monday, December 1, 2025
The most happy caring person I have ever had the privilege of knowing. He will be truly missed in my life.
Rick Mcginty
Monday, December 1, 2025
Jamie was always a smiling face and friendly guy when Yellville and Flippin faced off in sports. He was even better person after we graduated and realized that high school wasn't everything in life. I have many great memories on the circle, a few will know what I am talking about. Rest is piece brother..
Shea Matthew Lane
Sunday, November 16, 2025
So sorry for your loss.
Jamie was one of a kind. We did not stay in contact after graduation and I regret that now.
He was a special kind of athlete. He would continuously kick my tale up and down either the court or the field, without mercy. When it was over he would ask me if I was okay, and then he would do it all over again. Always stronger, always faster, could jump out of the gym.
We had some times where we would get I to some trouble together but typically never hurt anyone or anything. At one time we talked about going into the military at the same time. Our military service time would have been exciting with him in it.
He will be missed.
Nick Larcade
Friday, November 14, 2025
Jamie, you hairy sumbitch, you weren't supposed to leave before me. At least you can rest easy knowing there's no whipflash to be had in heaven. Lol
I will never forget the good times we had growing up or the home you, Larry, Patricia, and Tory gave me when I had no place to go. I love you Stymie. I'll see you when I get there.
Ira and Paula Dillars
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
Jamie will be greatly missed. He is in so many memories that we have growing up. Our deepest condolences.
Justin Forbus
Wednesday, November 12, 2025
God be with you all in this time of loss. My deepest condolences for the sorrow you all must feel. God bless.
Tina Cagle -Middle
Tuesday, November 11, 2025
My deepest sympathy to yall, in your time if loss, it hurts my heart for yall. Jamie Garvin will be greatly missed by all whoever met him . Prayers sent
Paigeann Manhart-Zander
Monday, November 10, 2025
I'm truly sorry your loss. Jamie was a great guy and was a friend
Heather Miller
Monday, November 10, 2025
Thoughts and prayers go out to Jamie's family. The whole family has always been kind and sweet to me and my family.
Vince and Mechelle Johnson
Sunday, November 9, 2025
So sorry. Praying for you all.
Linda Still
Saturday, November 8, 2025
Pat and Larry, I am praying for God to give you comfort at this most difficult time. I was just thinking about alll the boys from Summit that use to play ball in our back yard and at the church yard. I miss those days .