He was born in Albion, Michigan, raised in Elkins, West Virginia where he finished high school. James retired from the United States Navy with over 20 years of service and then retired as an electrician with the ship yards in San Diego.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Ernestine Beverly Miles.
James is survived by his son, James M. Miles; granddaughter, Tristan Miles.
There will be no visitation or services here.
James and his wife will be buried at sea of the coast of San Diego.
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Arrangements are by the North Chapel of Chattanooga Funeral Home, Crematory and Florist, 5401 Highway 153, Hixson, TN 37343.