James Willis Hackney Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to James Willis Hackney in Austin, Texas, born in Lubbock, Texas, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. James Willis left this world on March 2, 2026 at the age of 82, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Burton Hackney and Leta Hackney; his sister Jane Smith; and his brother-in-law Greg Smith. He is survived by: his wife Mary Anne Hackney (Taylor); his son Burton Hackney (Kristine); his grandchildren, Julia, Owen and Graham; his daughter Jill Hackney (Kelli Goble); his brother-in-law Scott Taylor (Cheryl); his nieces, Stephanie and Kimberly Blakley (Robert); his nephew Christopher; his great-nieces and great-nephews, Peyton and Triston; his nephew Ryan Smith (Kelly); and his niece Sarah Hunt (Scott).
A Life Fellow of the Texas Bar Foundation, Jim was admitted to practice before the United States Supreme Court — a legal career that spanned more than five decades and never wavered in its integrity.
