He was the son of Linnie Stone and Melvin Jadie Bevels. James was married to Judy Partridge, who predeceased him. He is survived by his daughter, Charlotte Stone, and his sister, Idalene Robertson. He was also a grandfather to eight grandchildren and a great-grandfather to nine great-grandchildren. Additionally, he leaves behind several nieces and nephews.
James was predeceased by his wife, Judy Partridge, his daughter, Sheila Stone, his son, John Stone, and his granddaughter, Serena Johnson.
James Melvin Partridge resided in Sylacauga, Alabama.