Barry James

Barry James, 67, of Union City passed away unexpectedly Thursday morning, Sept. 14, 2022, at his home.
Funeral services were conducted at 2 p.m. Saturday at Second Baptist Church in Union City. Pastor Justin Hiens officiated. Burial was in East View Cemetery.
Pallbearers were Jordan James, Travis Graham, Dr. Bill James, Nick Flippen, Ben Glasgow, Kevin Fields, Brian Burcham and Drew Bacon.
Honorary pallbearers were employees of E.W. James & Sons Supermarkets.
Edmaiston Mosley Funeral Home was in charge of arrangements.
Barry was born May 4, 1955, in Hickman, Ky. He married Tami (McDaniel) James Aug. 24, 2014. Barry served as president of E.W. James & Sons Supermarkets, Inc. He enjoyed spending time with his family, riding horses and taking care of his ranch. Barry was a member of Second Baptist Church. Barry loved his Momma.
He is survived by his wife, Tami James of Union City; his mother and stepfather, Nancy B. Richards and Charlie Richards of Union City; one son, Jordan James (Amy Neumair) of Union City; one daughter, Jamie James of Kalamazoo, Mich.; one stepson, Travis Graham (Frances) of Loretto; two sisters, Nancy Jo Yarbrough (Sonny) and Jenna Glasgow (Jim), all of Union City; one brother, Dr. Bill James of Dyersburg; two grandchildren, Devin and Sierra; and two great-grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his father, Billy Joe James.
To leave messages of condolence for the family, visit the funeral home website at www.emfuneralhome.com.

Published in The Messenger 9.20.22