Joe Wayne James, 77, of Olive Branch, MS, passed away Thursday June 14, 2018. Born on May 29, 1941, Mr. James was a retired IRS worker. He is survived by his beloved wife, Barbie Archer James, his son, Craig Archer (April), two grandchildren, Abigail and Andrew, one brother, Ronnie James, and his nephew Scott James (Ashley). Joe was a beloved and faithful husband and served faithfully at Bellevue Baptist Church for many years and then finally at Longview Heights Baptist Church. His cheerful smile and faithful Christian Witness will surely be missed. Visitation will be held on Saturday June 23, 2018 from 10 am until the service begins at 11am, all at Brantley Funeral Home of Olive Branch (662) 895-2310. Interment will follow in Hamilton Baptist Church Cemetery in Falkner, MS with a reception following the burial at the church.