James Howard Ragsdale Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James Howard Ragsdale of Knoxville, Tennessee, born in Trimble, Tennessee, who passed away on April 8, 2024, at the age of 95, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by : his parents, Malcolm Ragsdale and Ima Ragsdale; and his wife Billie Shofner. He is survived by : his children, Rachel Irby (Rob) of Franklin, Tennessee, Amy Wright (Cliff) of Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Howard Ragsdale, Jr. (Emily) of Brentwood, Tennessee, Mark Ragsdale (Kelli) of Melbourne, Florida and Tim Ragsdale (Andrea) of Keller, Texas; and his brother Charles Ragsdale of Knoxville, Tennessee.. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, and 21 great-grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to Tennessee Baptist Children's Homes, Building Miracles for Guatemala, or a charity of choice.
