James Robert Mahaffey

James Robert Mahaffey obituary, Wallis, TX

James Robert Mahaffey

James Mahaffey Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Knesek Family Funeral Chapel - Sealy on Oct. 31, 2023.

Publish in a newspaper

James Robert Mahaffey (Mac) was born July 7, 1940, in Orange Grove, TX. He passed peacefully on Tuesday, October 24, 2023, at 83. James graduated high school in Orange Grove, TX before joining the military. He served in the United States Marine Corps. for 12 years He worked at Acme Brick and drove trucks for many years.
He enjoyed working on small engines and was always willing to help. He always had a tool in his hand and enjoyed hanging out with his buddies and watching football.
James is survived by his partner; Mary Jane David (Janie), son: James Robert Mahaffey Jr. (Jim), and wife Jill. Alyssa and Bryce Mahaffey, daughter: Lori Meza and husband (Leonardo), Mercedes and Mariah Meza (Kaleb Johnson), great-grandchildren: Uli, Katalia, Lilyana, Sammy Arriaga, Grace Ann Johnson, daughter: Roxanne Mahaffey, Lesley Battles (husband Jason), Chance Gary, Christian Moreno, Caydon Battles, granddaughters: Kaitlyn and Brylei Mahaffey, brothers: Alvin Boehm, Ernest Boehm, (wife Linda), Sisters: Barbara Mahaffey, Sandy Pustka (husband James), and Mac had numerous nieces and nephew who loved him.
He is preceded in death by his dad: Henry Mahaffey, mother: June Boehm, stepdad Edgar Boehm, brothers; Leslie Mahaffey, Bill Mahaffey, and Larry Boehm, son; Larry Joe Mahaffey, grandson; Darrion Mahaffey and granddaughter; Dahnetta Mahaffey.
To plant Memorial Trees in memory of James Robert Mahaffey, please click here to visit our Sympathy Store.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Knesek Family Funeral Chapel - Sealy

768 4th Street Highway 36 Chapel - 1140 Meyer Street, Sealy, TX 77474

Make a Donation
in James Mahaffey's name

How to support James's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor James Mahaffey's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign James Mahaffey's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?