James Gary Layton, 80, of Pauline, SC passed away Sunday October 16, 2022 at Spartanburg Regional Hospice House. Born in Spartanburg, SC, he served in the Navy at Naval Air Station Chase Field, Beeville, TX and retired from Duke Power He was the husband of Rhoda and father to Nancy Fitzgerald (John). A private memorial service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Spartanburg Regional Hospice House, 686 Jeff Davis Drive, Spartanburg SC 29303.