James was born in Tallassee, Alabama, on April 3, 1951, and passed away at East Alabama Medical Center in Opelika, Alabama, on Dec. 24, 2022. He was 71 years old.
He was of the Holiness denomination. After 23 years of service to the City of Opelika Transportation Department, he retired in 2014. He graduated from Smiths Station High School in 1970. He enjoyed fishing, woodworking, Auburn football, NASCAR races, country music, attending class reunions and helping others.
He is preceded in death by his parents, John D. and Lucille Knowles; a brother, Wayne Knowles; and a brother-in-law, Donald Plott.
He is survived by his three sisters, Marla Herron (Mike), Kathy Plott and Janice Doler (Frank), as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members.
Visitation was held on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022, in the Frederick-Dean Parlor from 10 a.m. until 10:50 a.m. The funeral service was held in the Frederick-Dean Chapel at 11 a.m. with the Revs. Jackie Prickett and Lavon Delee officiating. Interment followed at Garden Hills Cemetery.
The family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of East Alabama Medical Center for their excellent care.
Frederick-Dean Funeral Home handled the arrangements.