He is survived by his sister Heidi Richards of Orleans, two beautiful daughters Haylee and Lily of Harwich, nephew Michael and niece Madison, along with many aunts uncles and cousins.
James loved the outdoors, playing hockey, football, fishing and working with heavy equipment.
A graveside service will be held on Thursday August 7 at 1:00 pm at the Orleans Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers memorial donations in James' memory may be made to: Evergreen House, Inc. Box 192, East Wareham, MA 02538 or Orleans/Eastham Elks - Scholarship Fund 10 McKoy Road, Eastham, MA 02642.