P.O. Box 506, 943 Highway 425 North, Monticello, AR71655

James "Buddy" Edward James
October 3, 1949 - July 15, 2021

James "Buddy" Edward James

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James Edward "Buddy" James, age 71, of McGehee, Arkansas, passed away Thursday, July 15, 2021, at Central Arkansas Veteran's Hospital. He is the son of the late Joe James and Mildred Willene McBride James. Buddy was a hardworking man who loved music, people, and God. He was a Navy Veteran and a carpenter, concrete finisher, and jack of all trades. He was the husband of Francis James and a member of Full Gospel Church.

Buddy is preceded in death by his parents; wife; one stepson, John Lowery; one sister Jolene Lee; one brother Wesley James; and one grandchild, Remington Suber.

Buddy is survived by his children, Bryan James of McGehee, Tanya Roberts of White Hall, Joseph James, Kim James both of Monticello, Buddy Wayne James of Portland, Brent James of Wisconsin and Anthony Lowery of Hamburg; one brother, Bruce Anthony James of Warren; one sister Linda Allen of Monticello; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; as well as a host of nieces, nephews, family, and friends.

Visitation will be Monday, July 19, 2021, from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Chapel. Funeral services will be Tuesday, July 20, 2021, at 1:00 p.m. in the Stephenson-Dearman Chapel, with military honors. Rev. Brandon Medders will officiate.

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Visitation
Monday, July 19, 2021
from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Stephenson-Dearman Funeral Home
943 Highway 425 North
Monticello, AR  71655
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Service
Memorial Service
Tuesday, July 20, 2021
1:00 PM
Stephenson-Dearman Chapel
943 Hwy 425 N.
Monticello, AR  71655
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Condolences(4)

  1. Eric Nichols
    R.I.P. Buddy he was a good man he is missed . Prayers for the ones that loved him the most
  2. Monica Crutchfield
    R.I.P, Uncle Buddy, You lived a full life & you will suffer no more! God bless this family!
  3. Bradley and Paula Herring
    Linda and all the Family we are sorry about the passing of Buddy. Our Thoughts and Prayers are with each one of you.
  4. Elizabeth Ferguson
    I'm so sorry for your loss Kim and Cheyenne my prayers are with y'all if you need any thing let me know u know I'm here for you Cheyenne and baby girl love y'all

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