John Bell James Obituary
In loving memory of John Bell James of Jefferson City, Missouri, who departed this world on February 3, 2026 at the age of 73. John Bell leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Clyde Henry and Katheryn Louise James (Bell); and his son John Tyler James. He is survived by: his wife Rhonda Jean Fair; his children, Ben James (Nicole) of Centralia, Lisa Maloney (Shannon) of Jefferson City and Lori Hopkins (Travis) of Jefferson City; his grandchildren, Kyra Brooks (Nic) of Centralia, Connor Maloney of Henley, Alayna Maloney and Mary Kate Maloney of Jefferson City; and his siblings, Clyde Henry James Jr. "Jack" (Anita) of Troy and Sandra Kay Maseman (Bob) of Mexico. He is also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, February 11th 2026 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home (104 S Collier St, Centralia, MO 65240). A celebration of life was held on Wednesday, February 11th 2026 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial donations are suggested to the Midwest Transplant Network or the American Diabetes Association and may be sent in care of Fenton-Kendrick Funeral Home, 104 S. Collier St. Centralia, MO 65240.
