James Edward Peters, age 81, of Dahlonega Georgia passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 9, 2026. He was born on January 2nd, 1945, in Miami FL. 

Mr. Peter's graduated from Miami Jackson High School in 1963. He was drum major in his junior and senior year. He went on scholarship to Georgia Tech. He saw the Blue Angels perform and after a year and a half at Georgia Tech he decided to go back to Miami to get a degree in aeronautical engineering. He went on to fulfill his passion for aviation, flying as a pilot for Eastern Airlines where he ultimately achieved the rank of Captain. 

Hе moved with his wife Karen Ligon Peters to Dahlonega in 1975. He was married to his wife Karen for 57 years. After they moved to Dahlonega Georgia, he built their barn first and then their home on his days off from flying with some help from Leroy Crisson who was a local carpenter and Jim's friend David Hughes who was a local plumber. Jim did all the electrical wiring himself simply by reading how to do it. It took almost seven years to build their dream home. 

He is survived by four daughters: Heather Peters; Krista (Bobby) Stewart; Carrie (Matthew) Roy and Sara (Wesley Sr.) Wilson. He is also survived by 6 grandchildren: Bishop Bryant, Nicholas Bryant, Wesley Wilson Jr, Wyatt Wilson, Jamie Stewart, Matthew (Kelsea) Stewart; and one great granddaughter. 

If you wish to donate to his memory, please consider the Wounded Warrior Project Honor and Memorial Donation Page at support.woundedwarriorproject.org

Jim's wishes were to be cremated. A celebration of life will be announced at a later time.

To share a memory or offer condolences to the family, please visit Mr. Peters' online guestbook at andersonunderwood.com.

Anderson-Underwood Funeral Home, 2068 Highway 19 North, Dahlonega, Georgia 30533.