KIST, James William, Jr. passed peacefully in his sleep on June 1, 2016. Bubba was born on March 17, 2015 and brought joy to all who knew him. From his constant smile to his sloppy kisses Bubby taught us that life was a gift and with his passing we remind others that his life is to be celebrated. Although we will miss him every day, he will remain forever in our hearts. Bubba is deeply loved by his parents, James and Janet Kist; sister, Callie; great-grandparents, Linda and Ray Garrett, Richard and Ellen Callies; grandparents, James and Alicia Kist, Mark and Carrie Logan, Curt and Tina Fritz; uncle, Isaac Fritz; aunties, Lauren and Elizabeth Kist and numerous cousins, great aunts and uncles. A celebration of his life will be held Tuesday, June 7, 2016 at Family of Christ Lutheran Church 16190 Bruce B Downs Blvd, Tampa, FL 33647 at 6:30 p.m. family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Also, in Bubba’s honor, the family will plant a tree in the memorial garden at St. Paul Lutheran Church 5103 N Central Ave, Tampa, FL 33603 on June 5th immediately following the 11:00 a.m. Sunday service. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Family of Christ Christian School Scholarship fund in Bubba’s honor.