James is survived by his sister, Mary Lee Stout.
James obtained an L.L.B. degree from Baylor University in Waco, TX.
As a World War II veteran, he served in Turkey, the South Pacific, and various bases in the United States and throughout Texas until his retirement as a Staff Judge Advocate at Brooks Air Force Base in Texas.
He was a member of the Military Order of World Wars, the American Legion, Post 10. He also practiced law in San Antonio and was a Master Mason for over 50 years at Patterson Lodge No. 1177 in San Antonio.
As a member of Christ Lutheran Church, James was a volunteer night monitor at the SAMM Shelter for several years.
He also volunteered his services for various labor duties at Christ Lutheran and served on the Search Committee.
