Robert Thomas James, Sr., 88, of Rogersville, passed away on Sunday, January 4, 2026, at his residence. He is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, June James; children, Kim Cochran (Barry) and Rob James (Joy); grandchildren, Ben Cochran, Michelle Allen (Riley), David Cochran, and Juli Anne Borne (Zach); great-grandchild, Merit James Borne; siblings, EW James, Larry James (Kathy), Gary James, Melba Waldrep (Dexter), Debbie Keenum (Danny), and Toby James; several nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, from 11 AM to 1 PM at Elkins East Chapel, followed by a funeral service at 1 PM in the chapel with Scotty Smith officiating. Burial will take place at Harvey Cemetery. Pallbearers will be Ben Cochran, David Cochran, Riley Allen, Zach Borne, David Ezekiel, and Petey Grisham.
The family extends special thanks to Stevan Saucer and Rita Bates for their wonderful loving care and to Gentiva Hospice. Condolences can be left at www.elkinsfuneralhome.com. Robert will be dearly missed by all who knew him.
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