James Tannehill Obituary

It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Tannehill (Edenton, North Carolina), born in Houston, Texas, who passed away on April 6, 2026, at the age of 71, leaving to mourn family and friends. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

Though his name may fade from the lips of time, the imprint James leaves upon the hearts of his loved ones remains eternally vivid — a testament to the depth of his spirit and the richness of his legacy.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jimmie H. Tannehill and Bobbie Nell Poole. He is survived by: his wife Denise Harwell Tannehill; his children, James Harwell Tannehill (Gina) of Carmel, IN and Tara Tannehill Berger (Daniel) of Virginia Beach, VA; his grandchildren, Henry James Berger, John Harold Tannehill, George Thomas Berger and Grace Kathryn Tannehill; and his sister Bobbie Sue Tannehill.