Lincolnton, NC - James Arthur Palmer , 75, of Lincolnton, NC passed away Friday, February 7th, at Kindred Nursing Center, Lincolnton. He was born March 24, 1938 in Bryson City, NC, son of the late Bill and Ethel Palmer. All services are private. James is survived by nephews, Ricky and Michael Crowder. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his brother, Frank Picklesimer and sister, Edith "Ora Bell" Crowder. Arrangements are with the South Chapel of Greene Funeral Service and Crematorium, Gastonia.