James Gathings Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Gathings of Lexington, North Carolina, who passed away on January 18, 2026, at the age of 83, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of James Gathings or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Morris Cecil Gathings and Virginia Beckham Gathings; his daughter Joretta Gibson; and his brothers, Gerald Gathings, Cecil Gathings, Barry Gathings, Roger Gathings and David Gathings.
He is survived by: his significant other Wanda Leonard; his sons, Travis Hinson (Tracy) and Tony Gathings (Tanya Gentrey); his grandchildren, Holly Gibson, Ricky Lee Gibson II, Trevor Hinson and Hunter Hinson; his great grandchildren, Clara Lookadoo, Murphy Hinson, Nova Lee Gibson and Negan Gibson; and his great great grandchildren, Rosemary Martinez and Carlos Martinez.
