James resided in White Lake, MI., he was born August 18, 1946 and died May 21, 2014, he is survived by his wife Barbara, and four sons, James Ryan and wife Deborah; Brandon David; Jason Michael and wife Elaine and Balyn Kent and wife Brooke.

He was a benefit Representative for General Motors. 

He was a Army Veteran of the Viet Nahm War. He was a Spec. 5th Class.