James "Jim" Robert Gravitt

James “Jim” Robert Gravitt, 53, of Bloomington, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2025, in Bloomington.

He was born on May 2, 1971, in Bloomington, IL, the son of Jimmy Lee and Janet Marie (Short) Gravitt.  He is survived by his three children- Tiffany, Jimmy and Chase; and his father-Jimmy (Linda) Gravitt.

He was preceded in death by his mother.

Jim graduated from Bloomington High School.  He worked for several years at Jeld-Wen, in Rantoul and most recently Allied Security, in Bloomington.  He enjoyed riding his Harley, hunting, fishing, spending time with his family and friends and was an avid NHRA fan.

A Celebration of Jim’s Life will be held at 3:00 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2025, at Blurton Funeral Home, in Potomac.  Visitation will be from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Sunday, at the funeral home.  Cremation rites have been accorded, and he will be buried following the services in the Potomac Cemetery.  The family has entrusted the Blurton Funeral Home to assist them in honoring Jim’s life.  Condolences may be shared with the family on his everlasting memorial page at: www.BlurtonFuneralHomes.com.

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