James Brown Obituary
The memory of James Brown of Shirley, Arkansas, who passed away on February 19, 2026 at the age of 80, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James Brown to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Jimmie Brown-Bradford and Jean Brown-Bradford (Harper). He is survived by: his wife Helena Brown; his children, Anna Jones of Batesville, Lisa Freeman (Andy) of Center Ridge and Keith Brown (Andrea) of Fairfield Bay, Arkansas; his grandchildren, Derek Jones (Katrena), Haley Matias (Ben), Cortney Payne (Kyle), Easton Freeman (Carly), Bryant Brown and Bryce Brown; his great grandchildren, Judah, Jonah Jones, Hudson Payne, Brooks Payne, Jones Payne and Zariyah Matias; and his brothers, Danny Brown (Kay), Sam Brown (Brenda) and Bill Brown (Jan).
In lieu of flowers, donations in Buddy's honor may be made to Pleasant Valley Baptist Church, Bradford Cemetery, or a charity of your choosing.
