R. James Obituary
Charles was a man with a talent for fixing things around the house. He loved working on and keeping a beautiful yard. He liked collecting items and refurbishing furniture.
Charles married Cynthia Henderson of Fort Smith, Arkansas and to this union of 46 years, they had two daughters.
Preceding him in death were his parents; one sister, Helen Delt; one brother, Jerome James; brothers in law, Donald Delt and Johnny Eubanks; as well as his mother in law, Rose Huddleston.
Cherishing his loving memories are his wife Cynthia; his daughters, Yalanda James Walker (Andre) and Stacie James (Travis); granddaughters, Amiyah, Saniyh, Torie; grandson, Travis Jr.; Brother, Olean James Jr (Alberta) of Fort Smith, Arkansas, Sisters, Vivian Williams of Detroit, Michigan, Rossie Eubanks of Spiro, Oklahoma, Ola Ivery (Curtis) of Detroit, Michigan, and Lillie Bray of Fort Smith, Arkansas; as well as a host of Nieces, Nephews, relatives, and Friends.
A memorial service will be held in Charles honor at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, January 24, 2026 at Lewis Funeral Chapel. All services are under the thoughtful care of Lewis Funeral Chapel.
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David Cravens
February 3, 2026
So sorry to hear about Charles. Such a nice man. My prayers for all of the family. David Cravens
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Jaszmen Matlock
January 25, 2026
Peace be with you..
Linda Spruell
January 20, 2026
Charles, you will always be the grill master. No one could grill a steak (IMO) better than you! I'm looking forward to the day that we meet again and you can finally grill me another great steak! Until then, rest easy and know that you were loved so much by your beautiful family and many friends, me included.
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