He was a dedicated Alabama fan and had worked for TPI in Gray, TN for 16 years.
James is preceded in death by his mother Mary Wagner; sisters, Judy Wagner, Sue Baker, Phyllis Wagner-Carter, and Nancy Wagner; brothers, Don Wagner and Norman Wagner; niece, Patricia Grayson; and mother-in-law, Ann Moss.
Those left to cherish James’ memories include his wife of 19 years, Carol “Susie” Wagner; daughter, Felecia Wagner; stepson, Steven Starnes; stepdaughter, Tara Blair; grandchildren, Kylie Blair, Brand Starnes, and Alexis Tucker; special nephew, Keith Roof and several nieces and nephews; father-in-law, J.C. Moss, brothers-in-law, Jon Moss and wife Tina and Rodney Moss and wife Polly; and sister-in-law, Amy Walsh.
The family will receive friends on Friday, August 30, 2019 from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at East Lawn Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 8:00 pm with Rev. Robert Fletcher officiating.
James will be laid to rest on Saturday, August 31, 2019 at 11:00 am at East Lawn Memorial Park in the Garden of Faith.
Pallbearers will be Stephen Starnes, Jarrett Estepp, Jon Moss, Jr., Rodney Moss, and Eric Davis.
Honorary pallbearers will be Jon Moss, David Boone, and Keith Roof.
The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Holston Valley Medical Center – CCU 2nd Floor; Nurses: Steve, Tamryn, and Natalie; and Respiratory Therapists: Amy, Abby, and Rhenda.
Online condolences may be made to the Wagner family at www.eastlawnkingsport.com. East Lawn Funeral Home and Memorial Park has the honor of serving the Wagner family.