Monday, November 8, 2010

James Gregory Ragsdale

James Gregory Ragsdale, 47, of Pocola, OK born July 15, 1963 in Van Buren, AR went to rest with our Lord in heaven November 5, 2010 in Fort Smith, AR. He is preceded in death by his beloved father, John Robert Ragsdale. Those that knew James in life knew a special man with a gift to wheel & deal. Always the avid animal lover, he loved working with his dogs. He accomplished much in the field of set-up & toll & die as a machinist. James' life was short but he touched the hearts & souls of many along his way and left behind two wonderful children to carry on in their God given path. He is survived by 2 daughters, Jessica & Jody Ragsdale of Greenwood, AR; his mother, Betty (Ragsdale) Warlick of Pocola; sister, Janis Gregory of Van Buren, AR; brother, Johnny Ragsdale of Pocola, OK; step brother, Ronnie Warlick and step father, Jim Warlick of Pocola, OK; numerous cousins, nieces & nephews; other relatives & loved ones; many beloved friends. Services will be 2 pm, Wednesday, at Evans Memorial Chapel in Pocola, OK with Rev. Jackie Edwards officiating. Interment will be in Gill Cemetery, Van Buren, AR. Pallbearers will be Allen Waid, Charles Jennen, Richard Jennen, Randy Tucker, Tim Smith, & Stan Ledford. The family will be at the funeral home on Tuesday evening from 6-8 pm to visit with friends & relatives.

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