James A. Walden, 81, of Kimball was called home on Monday, November 11. On January 9, 1943, he was born to the late Walter Walden and Helen Beeler Walden. James was married to Veda Walden. James served in the Army/National Guard and worked for Wheland Foundry before retiring. James was a very generous and big-hearted person. He spent his life taking care of his family and would always step up for the ones he loved. James loved to fish, hunt, spend time with family and friends, traveling to see new things, and his two cats. He will be greatly missed and always remembered.
James is preceded in death by his parents; brothers, Gary Walden, William Walden, R. D. Walden; sisters, Naomi White and Catherine Galaway.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife; son, Ricky Walden; daughters, Jammie Davis, Jean Swafford; brother, George Walden; sisters Dorothy Ridley, Margaret Phillips, Sharon Manasco; 3 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren, several nieces, nephews, other family members and special friends.
Visitation was Saturday, November 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tate Funeral Home in Jasper.
Funeral services were on Saturday, November 16 at 1 p.m. in the Chapel of Tate Funeral Home in Jasper with Pastor Bruce Parter officiating.
Sequatchie Valley Honor Guard presented honors.
In lieu of flowers the family asks that you donate to the Gideons International P. O. Box 1309, Trenton, Georgia 30752.
Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Tate Funeral Home, LLC, 950 Mel Dixon Lane, Jasper, Tennessee (423) 942-9500. Condolences may be sent to the family at www.tatefh.com.
The Marion Tribune – November 21, 2024
