James Arling McGaha

James Arling McGaha obituary, Gastonia, NC

James Arling McGaha

James McGaha Obituary

Visit the Greene Funeral Service & Crematorium - South Chapel website to view the full obituary.
James Arling McGaha passed away on July 11th, 2025.
He was born in Gastonia, NC on February 18, 1970. He lived most of his life in Belmont, NC. He is survived by his father, William A. McGaha, his sister, Lisa McGaha Randall, his son, Jesse A. McGaha, and his uncle, Robert Pruitt.
He was preceded in death by his mother, Helen McGaha and his wife, Tammy McGaha.
James will be laid to rest in the mountains of North Carolina.
Condolences may be made online at www.greenefuneral.com
To send a flower arrangement in memory of
James Arling McGaha, please click here to visit our sympathy store.
To plant Memorial Trees in memory of James Arling McGaha, please click here to visit our sympathy store.

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

Greene Funeral Service & Crematorium - South Chapel

1503 South York Road, Gastonia, NC 28052

Make a Donation
in James McGaha's name

How to support James's loved ones
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
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services., and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
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
Ways to honor James McGaha'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