James Ray Alkire Obituary
We bid farewell to James Ray Alkire of Portland, Tennessee, born in Nashville, Tennessee, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 15, 2025 at the age of 60. James Ray touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to send flowers or leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his mother Shirley Jean Bean; his granddaughter Naomi; and his sister-in-law Michele. He is survived by: his wife Theresa; his sons, Jordan Grey Alkire (Jessica) and Deven Alkire; his stepchildren, Dana Clark (Andy) and Jerrit Heggie; his father Bobby Bean; his grandchildren, Noah, Josie, Delilah Rey, Kristen, Macey, Hudson of Poppa's Little Sweetie and Emeri Bleu; and his siblings, Jeff Alkire, Libby Jacobs (Adam) and Bobby Bean, Jr. (Melisa).