James Black Obituary
Cullman Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.
Mr. Black passed away Sunday, Feb. 1st, 2026 at Waker Baptist Hospital. He was born September 27. 1942 to James Curtis & Estelle Black. He was a truck driver, loved Gunsmoke and watching TV, loved Alabama football and Nascar racing. He belonged to Arkadelphia Baptist since he was very young.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his son, Paul Black; daughter, Joy Black; brother, Rondle Black; nephews, Kelly Campbell, Dusty Black; brother-in-law, Robert Campbell.
Survivors include his son, Blake Black (Rebecca 'Becky' Drummond); brother, Faron Black; sisters, Gala (Allen) Rice, Elaine Campbell; grandchild, Annalynn Blakely Blake; family and friends.
Friends may sign the online guestbook at www.cullmanfuneralhome.com
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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way Way
February 3, 2026
Sorry for your loss! Love and prayers. Kenneth and Becky Way
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