James Massey Obituary
The world bids farewell to James Massey of Fairfield, Texas, departing on May 8, 2026 at the age of 89. James leaves behind memories cherished by the community. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of James Massey to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, John Thomas Massey and Letha Mae Brunson Massey; his stepfather Coleman Davis; his siblings, H. L. Massey, R. E. Massey, Johnny B Massey, Mable Massey Anderson, Mary Massey Robinson and Freddie Massey Finley; and his son-in-law Bob Rikard.
He is survived by: his wife Gynne Thornton Massey of Fairfield, TX; his children, Diane Massey Fryer (Hubie) of Fairfield, TX, Lou Ann Massey Humphries (Karl) of Corsicana, TX, Cynthia Allen Rikard of Fairfield, TX, Leslee Allen (Jodi) of Itasca, TX and Paul Allen of Fairfield, TX.; his grandchildren, Rachel Carney Rhyne (Chad), Jennifer Morris Felton, Chris Humphries (Sydnee), Brandy Humphries Hurford (Mike), Jeff Fryer Ben Rikard (Megan), Jon Rikard, Andrew Rikard, Nathan Rikard (Sara), Zackary Rikard, Aaron Allen (Emily), Tyler Allen (Alexis) and Sara Allen Jones (Justin); his great grandchildren, Baylee, Chloe, Conlee, Tucker, Evan, Brooks, Gemma, Macon, Kegan, Ivy, Gideon, Jude, Sullivan and Edith; his great great grandchildren, Braylen and Alayna; his stepsiblings, Larry Davis (Verita) and Jeanette Davis LaFrentz (Ralph); his close friend Cameron Perry (Christina); and his siblings-in-law, Don Thornton (Lorraine) and Shirley Calhoun. He is also survived by nieces, nephews.
In lieu of flowers donations can be made to: The Commercial Heifer Program of the Freestone County Fair and Rodeo. For details on how to donate, please contact Diane Massey Fryer (254-715-6173).
