James Bruce Cantrell Sr., age 83, of Greenville, South Carolina passed away on Tuesday, August 16, 2022. He was born in Pickens SC. James graduated from Parker High School and served 20 Years in the United States Army. He was an avid gardener, fisherman, shrimp boat captain and family man. He inspired many to serve our country with unyielding patriotism and love for our country.
Surviving is his wife Yvonne Burnette Cantrell; sons: James Bruce Cantrell Jr., (Chrissy Thompson Cantrell), William Michael Cantrell (Barbara Bagwell Cantrell) and Frank Joseph Cantrell (Laura Stiles Cantrell); stepson, William Denton Burnette (Donna Burnette); stepdaughter, Beth Posey (Chase); 16 grandchildren and 25 great grandchildren. He was predeceased by his first wife, Barbara Kay Cantrell.
A graveside service for James will be held Saturday, August 20, 2022 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Woodlawn Memorial Park, 1 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville, SC 29609.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.mackeywoodlawn.com for the Cantrell family.