He served in the Navy on the Aircraft Carrier U.S.S. Kearsarge, and worked at Southwest Office Supply and Paul Anderson Company.
He is survived by 3 brothers, Alexander P. Orr, Edward J. Orr and wife Joan M., and Connie L. Orr and wife Barbara A.; 3 nieces; 2 nephews; 4 grandnieces; and 4 grandnephews. Pallbearers include Reagan Orr, Reagan Greer, Jim Orr, Bill Montgomery, Cotton Batchelder, and Reggie Brooks.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made in James's name to Little Flower Basilica, 824 Kentucky, San Antonio, TX 78201.