Jimmy Thearn James, age 78, of Denison, TX, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, May 20, 2023.  Jimmy was born on July 26, 1944 in Denison, TX to J.T. James and Evelyn Jean (Clement) James.  He was a Denison High School graduate and also attained multiple Associate Degrees.  Jimmy proudly served his country in the United States Army.   He was employed with Texas Instruments, working as an engineer, until his retirement. Jimmy had a beautiful voice and often sang solos for many occasions.  He also served as music minister for several Baptist churches in the area.  He will be greatly missed by his loved ones and friends.

Left to cherish his memory is his wife; Mary James of the home, his sons; Joshua James & Christina of Gunter, TX, Jason James & Suraida of Corpus Christi, TX, Scott Merrell of O'Fallon, IL, step-son; Mark Bowling & Stacie of Howe, TX, his sister; Theda Fenstermacher of Bonham, TX, eight grandchildren; Ethan, Eva, Evelyn, Abigail, Lila, Jon, Levi, A.J., other extended family and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents; J.T. & Evelyn James

Funeral service will be Friday, May 26, 2023, 10:00 A.M. at East Baptist Church, Denison, TX with Brother Brett Castle, Brother Danny Wood and Brother Steven Warren officiating.  Interment will follow at Cherry Mound Cemetery.

Family and friends visitation will be one hour prior to the service, 9 – 10 a.m.