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James was born on March 5, 1963 to Sergio Ramon Fernandez and Nellie Asebedo Burkett in San Angelo, Texas.
James married the love of his life Irma Orona in February of 1999. He was a believer of God. James loved the outdoors especially fishing and camping. He enjoyed cooking out for the family and listening to music.
He is preceded in death by his step dad Arturo Orona, mother Nellie Asebedo Burkett, father Sergio Ramon Fernandez (Johnny), grandmother Ginger Asebedo, grandfather Manuel Asebedo, brother Steve Andy Orona and uncles Manuel Asebedo, Charlie Asebedo, and Candy Asebedo.
James is survived by his wife of 24 years Irma Orona, three daughters; Monica Corona (Chris Rivas) of Stanton, Stefani Corona of Stanton, Kriselda Williams (Irby Williams) of Stanton, three sons; James Orona Jr. of Stanton, Colby Orona (Chris Orona) of San Antonio, Jacob Orona (April Orona) of San Antonio, grandchildren Tristyn Williams, Alijah Williams, Logan Williams, Kirby Williams, Josiah Orona, Aiden Orona, brother Mike Burkett, uncle George Asebedo (Connie) of San Angelo, aunt Marylou Ortegon (Frank) of San Angelo.
Pallbearers will be Chris Rivas, James Orona Jr., Alijah Williams, Tristyn Williams, Irby Williams and Colby Orona.
Visitation will be on Tuesday, March 21, 2023 at Stanton Memorial Funeral Home from 9:00 a.m. until 8:00 p.m. with a rosary at 7:00 p.m. Funeral Mass was held at St. Joseph Catholic Church on Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at 11:00 a.m.
Funeral arrangements are entrusted to Stanton Memorial Funeral Home. Online condolences can be received at www.stantonfh.com.
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