James "Alfred" Kolb was born on September 10, 1938 in Samson, Alabama. He married his wife Peggy in June of 1963 and was widowed in 2000. Alfred was a member of the plumbers and pipefitters union. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and was proud of building his own home on his piece of paradise in Polk City, FL.

He is survived by his son Michael (Suzi) Kolb, Michael's children Jessica, Erik and Mikey, daughter Brenda (Barry) Gibbs, Brenda's children Derek, Caleb, Ashley and Katelynn and 13 great grandchildren.

A private funeral service will be held at Gentry-Morrison Funeral Home.