Hayden Clark James IV

Hayden Clark James IV, known affectionately to many as "Little Hayden," was called home to the Lord on April 12, 2024, at the age of 44. Born on December 16, 1979, in San Marcos, Texas, to Hayden C. and Shirlene James, Hayden grew up in Geronimo, Tx with his siblings Dustin Robert James and Amy Nicole James West. A man known for his infectious laugh and unwavering dedication to family, Hayden left a lasting impression on everyone he met. To know him was to love him.

Hayden graduated from Navarro High School in 1998, and after some time of fun, was compelled to serve his country in the United States Air Force for 2.5 years as a weather journeyman in Germany. After returning home, Hayden married the love of his life, Lauren Marie Travis, in 2006 at Landa Park in New Braunfels, Texas. He was a devoted husband and a loving father to his children, Natalie Elizabeth Taylor and Samuel Austin James. Hayden cherished spending time with his family, whether it was smoking his famous brisket, belting out tunes near the pool, or reeling in a big one at the beach. When he wasn't spending time with his family, Hayden could often be found perfecting his swing on the golf course.

He studied Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning at St. Phillips College of San Antonio and was a respected and valued member of the HVAC community, well-known for his expertise in sales and business relationships. Hayden was a man of many curiosities, forever fascinated by the mysteries of ancient world history and theories, yet Hayden's faith in Christ never wavered. He was a believer in the power of laughter, often lightening the mood with his uncanny ability to imitate accents and actors or crack a joke that left everyone in happy tears.

A Visitation will be held from 5:00pm – 8:00pm on Friday, April 19, 2024, at Schertz Funeral Home. The Funeral Service will begin at 9:00am on Saturday, April 20, 2024 at Schertz Funeral Home Chapel.