Jess Acree, 64, passed away in his sleep July 14.

Jess was born June 12, 1955.

He is survived by his girlfriend and ex-wife of 40 years, Lise Acree; sister, Monie Ayers, and her husband, Warren Ayers; a brother and sister-in-law and their family; and numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; a brother; and a niece.