James Howard Humphries
June 4, 1932 - November 3, 2016
James Howard Humphries age 84, of Smyrna, died November 3. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Doris Gossett Humphries. Mr. Humphries is survived by his children, Danny Humphries and Debra Wells; brother, Thomas Pinkney Humphries; grandchildren, Sandy Locke, Selena Durrough, Kadi Mathis and J.D. Humphries and great grandchildren, Cole Mathis, Katlynn Clackum, Morgan Lunsford and Anson Locke. At the age of 20, James served in the U.S. Army as an Infantryman and earned the National Defense Service Medal, the Korean Service Medal, the UN Service Medal, the Combat Infantryman Badge and the Purple Heart. After his military service, James served as a deacon at Hurt Road Baptist Church. He was known as a family-man and involved himself with church activities. He enjoyed writing poetry and music. In honor of his birthday a collection of his poems and songs were published by the church. The family will receive friends Sunday, November 6 from 12pm to 5pm. Funeral services will be held in White Columns Chapel Monday, November 7 at 1pm. Interment will follow at Mozley Memorial Gardens.
James Howard Humphries age 84, of Smyrna, died November 3. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 55 years, Doris Gossett Humphries. Mr. Humphries is survived by his children, Danny Humphries and Debra Wells; brother, Thomas Pinkney... View Obituary & Service Information