James was predeceased by his daughter, Lisa. He is survived by his wife, Wanda Helms; son, Jimmy Helms (Margaret), grandchildren; Meleigha Veal, Jesse Helms and Jackson Helms, great grandchildren; James, Holden, London, Issac and Lakota, and his siblings; Jesse T. Helms, Lois Belk, Virgnia Hovis, Peggy Shoemaker, Kallie Hatchell and Phyllis Parker.
A memorial service will be held at a later date. Please visit www.mcewenminthillchapel.com for service updates and to leave online condolences for the family.
