James Ray Windland Sr., 70, of Bartlett, TN passed away on Monday, February 15, 2021. James is survived by his wife Janet, brother, Sidney (Patricia), daughters, Gina (Brian) and Amber (Toby), sons Chris (Lindsey) and James Ray (Alexa), and 8 grandchildren. James was born on May 17, 1950 to Sidney and Betty Windland. He graduated from Central High School in 1969 and went on to join the United States Marine Corp. James retired as a Lieutenant from the Shelby County Sheriff’s Office after more than 30 years of service where he spent time as a Patrolman, fire arms instructor, and member of both the S.W.A.T team and Narcotics division. After retirement, James spent his days with his grandchildren as a proud Pawpaw and little league baseball coach. James loved anything Ole Miss and never missed an Ole Miss Football game!
The family will receive friends on February 25, 2021 at 1:00pm at Memphis Funeral Home and Memorial Gardens, 3700 North Germantown Parkway, Bartlett, TN. Funeral service to follow at 2:00pm.
The family asks that those attending wear your favorite red and blue or Ole Miss attire. HYDR!
