Douglas James

He was born one of 6 siblings on Oct. 15, 1937 in Inez, KY to the late Sherman & Hazel [Palmer] James.

Douglas was a United States Naval veteran from 1957-1963, which included 2 years of reserve duty.

During his 4 years of active duty he was a machinist’s mate on two USN destroyer tenders. After his military service time had concluded he was a machinist for H&R Manufacturing Co. for a few years, before landing a job as a truck driver. He began his trucking career with Ryder Truck Lines, and then with Conway Central Express. He retired in 2003 with 35 years in the trucking industry.

Douglas was an avid golfer and member of the [H.A.G.A.] Hungarian American Golf Association. He enjoyed his time on the links with all his other members and friends. He always looked forward to his yearly trips to Myrtle Beach, and loved playing all the best golf courses that South Carolina had to offer.

When Douglas was feeling "special sporty", he would don an outfit of his idol from the PGA tour, none other than the late Payne Stewart. From the knee high socks, knickers, and cap, he really captured the whole look, and loved all the attention it brought from his golf buddies.

He was also an avid animal lover, and always supported the local (SPCA).

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather (papa), son, brother, uncle, and friend, who will be greatly missed by many, including his 2 grand puppies (Milton & Bo), and 6 grand kitties (Alley, Chevy, Amun, Titan, Willow, and Tux).

Douglas is survived by his sons Robert (Cindi) and Paul (Mindy), along with grandson, Gabriel Mark Z. James, along with brother Bobby Dean (Lois) James.

Douglas is preceded in death by his devoted loving wife of 56 years Dolores, his parents Sherman & Hazel, his brothers Harold, Howard, and his sisters Delma Hogue, and Eulah Bucar, along with his BFF, and golfing partner Joseph Rahon.

Douglas & Dolores will be laid to rest together at Florida National Cemetery in Bushnell, FL.

* Family suggests any donations be made to their choice of SPCA facilities.