James Marvin Baugus

James Marvin Baugus obituary, Wynne, AR

James Marvin Baugus

James Baugus Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Kernodle Funeral Home - Wynne on Dec. 30, 2025.
Mr. James Marvin Baugus, 76, of Wynne, Arkansas, died on Wednesday, December 24, 2025, at CrossRidge Hospital in Wynne.

James was born in Russellville, Arkansas, to the late Floyd Vernon and Gertie Phillips Baugus. He coached girls' basketball and junior high football all around the state of Arkansas. Mr. Baugus was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.

He is survived by his children, Amanda Williams of Wynne, Jimmy Baugus, Jr. of Hot Springs, and grandchildren, Nicholas Wiliams and Nathan Fortune both of Wynne. He was preceded in death by his parents, Floyd Vernon and Gertie Baugus and brother, John Baugus.

In keeping with his wishes, Mr. Baugus's family is honoring him by arranging for him to be cremated.

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