James Adrian Carson Obituary
In loving memory of James Adrian Carson (Knoxville, Tennessee), who departed this world on February 23, 2026 at the age of 76. James Adrian 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 loved and cherished by many people including: his parents, Donald Ralph Carson of White Pine and Carmen Mendoza "Lily" Carson of Guatemala City, Guatemala.; his children, Sarah Carson Roberto (Andrew Roberto) and Bryan Alexander Ailey (Ginger Ailey); his girlfriend Susan McAffry; his friends, Kerry Mitchell, Larry Washam, Jan Bolen, Jim Ratliff, Mary Yancy and Marilyn Gilchrist; and his siblings, Donald R. Carson, Jr., Evelyn Carson Craver (Steve Craver) and Trish Carson LaMontagne. He was also cherished by his five nieces and two nephews.
In honor of Jim's lifelong dedication to service—both in uniform and in his community—the family requests donations to Clinch River Habitat for Humanity at https://clinchriverhfh.org.
