James “Jimmy” Roger Witte, age 63 of Bristol, TN, was unexpectedly swept up into the arms of Yeshua Messiah on Wednesday, September 25, 2024. Jimmy was born on July 28, 1961, in Phillipsburg, NJ to Walter and Caroline Witte. Jimmy proudly served his country in the United State Air Force as a Staff Sergeant, and as Supervisor in the United States Postal Service for 38 years. He leaves behind a legacy of faith, love, and selfless commitment to combating human trafficking.

James worked hand-in-hand with Tomas J. Lares, Founder of United Abolitionists, to expand the organization’s reach and impact. His efforts helped develop national resources, including the Florida-based human trafficking hotline and Orlando International Airport’s “soft room” for victims. His influence was crucial in creating educational modules designed to train professionals in the hospitality, tourism, and transportation industries on how to spot and report human trafficking.

Jimmy was a devout husband, son, brother and friend. He and his wife, Teresa, were devoted to one another and the life they lived in unity showed forth love and the goodness of God. Their union was divinely blessed by Yahweh. Jimmy loved mountain climbing, hang gliding, motorcycling and was an avid outdoor adventurist. He truly found solace in Yahweh’s creation; to Jimmy, his Faith in The Creater of all things, big and small, were precious blessings from Yahweh; and his love for His Heavenly Father was evident in all he did.

Jimmy is survived by his loving wife, Teresa Haines Witte; parents, Walter and Caroline Witte, two brothers, Ronald Witte and wife Beth, and Mark Witte and wife Kristin; aunts / uncles, Joe and Nancy Hoell, Leon and Betty Cronce, and Eleanor Witte; and many loving nieces, nephews, family members and friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial donations be made in honor of James Witte: Stop the Demand: https://stophumantrafficking.com/james-witte-memorial-fund/ 

A private military graveside service for Staff Sergeant James Witte will be held at Mountain Home National Cemetery in Johnson City, TN. A public Celebration of Life service will be held on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at 11:00 am at First Christian Church of Johnson City with Pastor Kenneth Albin, Save the Nations, Hollywood, FL officiating. The church is located at 200 E Mountcastle Dr, Johnson City, TN 37601.

(www.fcc-jc.org)

Carter Trent Funeral Home Kingsport is serving the Witte family.