Benny James

Funeral services for Benny James, of Valliant, Okla., were held at 2 p.m. Friday, Jan. 27, 2023 at Felker Freewill Baptist Church. Benny passed away Jan. 24, 2023, at the age of 77.

Benny James was born on Dec. 16, 1945 in Wright City, Okla., the son of Clifton James and Clara Mae (Blount) James. He was preceded in death by his parents; brothers: Lewis James, Sam James and Wayne James; and sister, Barbara Ann James.

Benny married the love of his life, Terrie Ann Cody on Oct. 2, 1963 in Felker, Okla. He was a lifelong resident of the Felker area and was a member of the Felker Freewill Baptist Church for many years. Benny was an avid outdoors man. He loved running his deer dogs, hunting, fishing and spending time in the hills. Benny and his family even had a name for their deer camp, “The Hornets’ Nest,” where they made a lot of good memories. He was a man who was known for never meeting a stranger and loved cutting up to make people laugh. Benny’s greatest joy in life truly was his family and spending time with them brought him so much joy. He will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.

Benny is survived by his loving wife, Terrie; son, Shannon James and wife; daughter, Amanda Morehead and husband; four grandchildren, three great-grandchildren; sister, Shirley Smith; a brother in law, along with a host of other friends, family and loved ones.

Interment followed the service at Felker Cemetery, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.