James Coy Vaught Jr. Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of James Coy Vaught Jr. of Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, who passed away on February 14, 2026, at the age of 87, 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.
In the vast expanse of eternity, may James Coy find peace everlasting, cradled in the gentle embrace of the universe. And as we stand on the shores of remembrance, may his legacy inspire us to live each day with purpose, passion, and profound gratitude for the gift of life itself.
He was predeceased by: his parents, James C. Vaught, Sr. and Essie Louise Capps Vaught. He is survived by: his wife Hye Kyong Vaught; his daughter Samantha Vaught-Simpson (David); his grandson Ren Vaught; his brother-in-law Bill Jennings; and his siblings, Andrew Vaught, Linda Carmichael, Larry Vaught (Anne) and Janet Crowley (Wayne).
