Kenneth James Kidd Sr., 81, of Buena Vista, Virginia passed away peacefully in his home on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 surrounded by family, friends and loved ones.

Born July 10, 1937 in Alleghany County to the late Robert Lee and Mamie H. Kidd, "Jim" was known as a railroad man who loved basketball and hunting and always spoke his mind.

Jim is survived by his two sons, Kenneth James Kidd Jr. and Daniel E. Kidd; two daughters, Debi Hudson and Jo-Ann Matthews; 11 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; and his loving fiancee, Claudine M. Hamilton.

The funeral will be conducted at 11 a.m. Saturday, October 20 at Bolling, Grose & Lotts Funeral Chapel by the Rev. Victor Norris. Burial will follow at Sunrise Cemetery in Low Moor.

The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Arrangements are being handled by Bolling, Grose, & Lotts Funeral Home and Cremation Services.