Jim Packard, 71, of Lenoir passed away on May 14, 2021. Jim was born in Knox County, TN to the late John and Trula Packard on December 26, 1949. Jim was married to Barbara Packard. Jim enjoyed a career as a shop teacher for many years. In addition to his wife, Jim is survived by his children: John Packard; Jane Stabler and husband Curtis; and James Packard. He is survived by his brothers: John “Jack” Packard and his wife of Washington and Richard Packard and his wife of Florida. James is survived by his cousin Ron Turpin of Lenoir. The family will hold a private service for the immediate family at a later date.