James Solley Obituary
Jim was born to Grady and Verda Solley in Hollins, Alabama, where he grew up. Jim graduated from Jacksonville State University, majoring in business education and was a member of the ROTC program. After graduation, Jim joined the United States Army. He later moved to Memphis, TN and was the acting Field Director with the Red Cross and Army Reserve at the Millington base. Upon his retirement from the Army, Jim began his career with First National Bank of Tennessee until his retirement.
Jim loved old cars and he and Sue traveled to many car shows, showing some of his prize possessions. They also loved to line dance.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Grady and Verda; his first wife, Obera Solley; and a stepson, Mike Adams.
Jim is survived by his wife, Sue Solley of Bartlett, TN; three sons, James Alan Solley of Memphis, TN, Rusty (Lisa) Adams of Jonesboro, AR; Jeff Adams of Clinton, AR; and daughter in law, Deborah Adams of Bartlett, TN.
Jim also leaves behind grandchildren, Alana Adams of Bartlett, TN, Dean (Jordan) Adams of Magnet Cove, AR; Madison (Brandon) Byrd of Hot Springs, AR; Weston Adams of Benton, AR; and Brooke (Kyle) Pruett of Jonesboro, Ar. as well as nine great grandchildren.
Jim is also survived by his sister, Ann (Norman) Ray, of Sylacauga, AL and several nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations be made to Mullins United Methodist Church youth program.
To send a flower arrangement in memory of James Frank Solley, please click here to visit our sympathy store.
Legacy.com reports daily on death announcements in local communities nationwide. Visit our funeral home directory for more local information, or see our FAQ page for help with finding obituaries and sending sympathy.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
How you can show support
Follow
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
0 Entries
Be the first to post a memory or condolences.
2440 Whitten Road, Memphis, TN 38133
Make a Donation
in James Solley's name
People and places connected with James
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support James's loved ones
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
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
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 moreWays to honor James Solley's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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
