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James Puckett Obituary

James Hollis Puckett 66 of Bartlett, Tennessee passed away on December 25, 2024 in Memphis, Tennessee. He was born on December 26, 1957 in Memphis, Tennessee to Nancy H. Puckett and the late James C. Puckett, Jr. He is survived by his mother, Nancy H. Hollis; his sister, Jackie Phillips of Clermont, Florida; his brother, Gary Puckett of Bartlett, Tennessee; his niece, Brandi Ryzewic (Alex) and nephew, Tyler Phillips (Morgan) and his great-nephew, Emmett Ryzewic all of Minneola, Florida. James graduated from Whitehaven High School in 1975. He had a passion for woodworking, bonsai trees, and his beloved dog, Buster. He worked for Memphis Light, Gas and Water (MLGW) for 25 years. Memorial contributions can be made to Memphis Animal Services:

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Published by The Daily Memphian on Jan. 3, 2025.

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