James William Launius

James William Launius obituary, Sheridan, AR

James William Launius

James Launius Obituary

Visit the Buie & Cole Funeral Home - Sheridan website to view the full obituary.

James William Launius, 80, of Grapevine, Arkansas, passed away Sunday November 9th, 2025. Born on September 14th, 1945, in Tinsman, Arkansas, to the late Andrew Launius and Lessis May Nix, James spent 20 year as an Aircraft Mechanic for the United States Air Force, and had an avid love for fishing.

Left to cherish his memory are his beloved wife of over 30 years, Vera Launius, of Grapevine; daughter, Vickie Sullivant, of Grapevine, as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren. 

He was preceded in death by his parent, a brother, and a sister.

No services are scheduled at this time.

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Buie & Cole Funeral Home - Sheridan

1301 S Rock St P.O. Box 276, Sheridan, AR 72150

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