James L. Bearden, 60, passed away Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2011, in Fort Worth. Service: Mass of Christian Burial, 10:30 a.m. Monday at St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church, 5819 W Pleasant Ridge Rd., Arlington. Interment: Emerald Hills Memorial Park, Kennedale. Visitation: The family will receive friends 6 to 8 p.m. Sunday, with a prayer vigil at 7 p.m., at Wade Family Funeral Home Chapel, 4140 W Pioneer Parkway., Arlington. James was born Aug. 20, 1951, in Dallas to Clarence Wesley Bearden and Wanda Fae Bedwell Bearden. After a long career in private investigation and security, he earned a law degree and opened up a practice in Arlington. James graduated from the University of Texas at Arlington with a political science degree and Texas Wesleyan School of Law in December 2001. A resident of Arlington since 1972, he was active in St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Church. James was a member of the Men's Club, Texas Association of Licensed Investigators Legal Council, a former intelligence officer, a former president of Fielder Museum, a former board member of the UTA Alumni Board, member of Tarrant County Bar Association, a founding member of Bearahue Bobbing Team, and an assistant scout master for many years. He was preceded in death by his parents and beloved wife of 37 years, Shana Lesa Bearden, in 2009. Survivors: Sons, Wes Bearden and wife, Antoinette, Brad Bearden and fiancee, Tiffani Brooks; daughters, April Flowers and husband, T.J., Chrissy Bailey and husband, Doug; brother, Dan Bearden and wife, Amy; sisters, Wanda Burton and Bonnie Sims; grandchildren, Lily Flowers, Bella Bearden and Maddie Flowers.

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Published by Star-Telegram on Nov. 11, 2011.

Memories and Condolences
for James Bearden

11 Entries

David and Jaclin Ramirez

November 29, 2011

Bearden Family: We are very sorry to hear of Jim's passing. But we know that he is with Shana now, and that is his place...with her and by her side. It was extremely hard for us to see Jim while his health was declining...so hard, it brought us to tears every time.

Jim: Thank you for everything you did for us and we will never forget you. We, especially David, are so very glad we got to meet you guys. Give Shana a big hug from us and we will miss you both dearly, until we all see eachother again one day. We know you will continue to protect and watch over your family from Heaven.

Much Love and Respect,

G Sauce

November 18, 2011

I was saddened to read of the passing of Mr. Bearden. His many friends and family are in my prayers. I was in a class Mr. Bearden taught at UT Arlington years ago. He was the kind of person one does not easily forget. He motivated us to learn and to be the best we could be. What a great guy.

November 15, 2011

May the Lord Grant Jim Eternal Rest and Comfort his Family. Jesse & Susan,Poolville

richard anderson

November 14, 2011

I am devastated to hear of Jim's passing. He played an important part of my professional life in the biggest cases I tried. He also was a great help personally when my daughter was going through a rough time. In life, Jim was a great protector. He will be missed.

B Mish

November 14, 2011

What a loss to this world of an intelligent, kind, hard working man who loved his family and friends. My thoughts are with you all at this time of grief. May God bless you and keep you.

Brad and Patsy Crawford

November 13, 2011

We are remembering Jim and all that loved him in our thoughts and prayers.

Judy Steudeman

November 13, 2011

May God be with you all during this difficult time. I am praying for your peace and comfort.

November 12, 2011

So sorry to hear of Jimmy's passing. He was one of the good guys. God will keep a watchful eye on his soul for eterenity. Kathy (Briggs) and Joe Gaston

Alex Wallace

November 11, 2011

My sincere condolences on the passing of Mr Bearden, He was my attorney and assisted me in getting out of a frivolous lawsuit right after I returned from Operation Iraqi Freedom and for that I will always be grateful. Since that time he never missed a time sending me invitation to the Annual Crayfish Boil. You will always be in my prayers.

Sharon & Charles Castleberry

November 11, 2011

I was so sorry to hear about your father's passing. He will be greatly missed in our community of St. Vincent's. Your parents left you all with a great legacy and I know you will all live it to the fullest. God Bless each of you.

Judy Reed

November 11, 2011

Jim, You will be sorely missed and never, ever forgotten. Your friendship was one I will always treasure.

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