James Rockford Speaks Obituary
The memory of James Rockford Speaks of Hays, North Carolina, who passed away on March 17, 2026 at the age of 68, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. 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, Bergie C. Speaks, Jr. and Doris Lyon Speaks; and his stepson Nathan Mullis. He is survived by: his wife Debbie Mullis Speaks; his daughter Summer S. Bauguess Autumn (Jimmy Bauguess); his stepdaughter Emily Mullis Reid (Travis Reid); his grandchildren, Brooklyn, Cora, Natalie Bauguess, Willow Akman, Ella and Jackson Reid; and his siblings, Teresa S. Wood (Kent Wood) of Roaring River, Starlene S. Wood (Scott Wood) of Roaring River, Kenna S. Phillips (Brad Phillips) of Swansboro and Bergie C. Speaks, III (Sharon Speaks) of Ronda.
Flowers will be accepted, or memorials may be made to; Masonic Home for Children, 600 College Street, Oxford, NC 27565 or Shriners Children's Hospital, 950 W. Faris Road, Greenville, SC 29605.
