James D. Usrey was born September 8, 1936 in Mena, Arkansas, and went into the presence of the Lord on September 9, 2016 from his home at the age of 80.

James was raised in the Sadler area. He married the love of his life, Wanda Watson, on October 25, 1956 in Durant, Oklahoma. James worked for Grumman Olson Body Shop in Sherman for several years as a painter. He was a hard worker and a dedicated family man. When he wasn't working, he enjoyed watching his kids and grandkids ball games, livestock shows, and fishing with his family. James and Wanda are members of Bethel Baptist Church, which he helped start and build. James was also a faithful trustee with the church for many years.

James was preceded in death by his mother, Lillie Usrey; son, Brian; brothers, William, Joe Wayne, and Tommy; and sister, Myrina.

He is survived by his wife of 60 years, Wanda, of Howe; sons, Roger Usrey of Boswell, OK, and Roy Usrey and wife, Tammy of Prosper, TX; mother-in-law, Lucille Watson of Howe; grandchildren, Karmen Usrey (Brian Jeter), Fabian Usrey, Travis Usrey (Megan), Matthew Usrey (Kimberly), Tim Usrey, Jessica Usrey, Daniel Usrey (Shelby), and Tanner Usrey (Kelsi Adam); great grandchildren, Danyel, Brian, Logan, Caden, Braylen, Phynix, Emily, Chelsea, and Rayleigh; brothers, Johnny Usrey of Boswell, and LeRoy Usrey and wife, Lee of Flower Mound, TX; and other extended family members.

Funeral services will be held at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Sept. 13, at Waldo Funeral Home chapel in Sherman with Pastor Weldon Hutson officiating with Steve Watson assisting. Interment will follow at Akers Cemetery with grandsons serving as pallbearers.

The family will receive friends from 6-8 PM on Monday at Waldo Funeral Home.

Online condolences may be registered at www.waldofuneralhome.com.