James Herman Stevenson, Sr.

1949 - 2014

 

James Herman, was born September 2, 1949 in McKinney, TX to the parentage of James and Mable Stevenson. He was a happy and mischievous child growing up, and received his education from the Collin County public schools.

 In 1972, James met the love of his life, Ms. Myrtle Jean Hailey and soon after, the two were married. In order to provide for his family, James was employed as a Assembly Technician for many years, until his disability prevented him from working.

 He enjoyed collecting guns and old cars during his pastime, but spending time with his family and friends is what he loved doing the most. James was always the center of attention at most family gatherings. He loved to make you smile and laugh. He was always willing to help anyone he could.

On Saturday, September 27, 2014, James Herman, Stevenson, Sr., moved from this life on earth, to a new life of eternity. He was preceded in death by: his father, daughter Jennifer Stevenson, siblings, Herbert Jones, Roberta Ratcliff , Gladys McMiller, Mary L. Jones and Curtis Stevenson.

 He is survived by: his wife of 41 years, Myrtle Jean Stevenson, of Sherman, sons; James Stevenson, Jr., Mark Dailey both of Dallas and Harrell Green of Denison, mother Mable Stevenson of Trenton, brothers; Billy Lee (Lilly), Freddie, Floyd (Tracy), Leon, Dan and Leroy Stevenson, sisters; Carolyn Evans (Donnie), Betty Dailey (Otis), Lee Young, Tijuana Jones and Rose Turnk, God-daughters; Courtney Holland, Bree Holland and KiKi Owens, along with many other relatives and friends.