James Albert Williamson
1946—2024

James Albert Williamson of Inez, 78, passed away Tuesday, June 11, 2024, at Cabell Huntington Hospital in Huntington, West Virginia.

Born Feb. 7, 1946, in Breeden, West Virginia, he was the son of the late Garland and Lona Marcum Williamson.

In addition to his parents, he is preceded in death by his siblings, Garland Jr., Glen Ray Williamson, Roy Williamson and Juanita Lee Evans.

James was a retired truck driver and spent 40 years driving freight state to state. He served in the U.S. Army, where he was part of the intelligence division, being put behind enemy lines to gather intelligence used in winning the Vietnam War.

James enjoyed riding his boat on the lake, fishing, hunting and riding his motorcycle. He loved traveling and was always up for a trip.

James loved spending time with family and friends and watching his grandchildren and great-grandchildren grow up.

Survivors include his son, James Allen (Denise) Williamson of Kermit, West Virginia; grandchildren Zachary Tyler (Lakyn) Williamson and Tyra Paige (Garrett) Brown; and great-grandchildren, Edda Grace Williamson, Dax Tyler Williamson, Billie Kate Williamson and Josie Faye Brown. He also leaves behind his brother, Billy Williamson of Florida; sister, Helen Perry of Jennies Creek; numerous nieces and nephews; and a host of extended family and friends.

Funeral services were conducted Monday, June 17, 2024, at the House of Prayer Church in Dingess, West Virginia, with Matt Williamson officiating. Burial followed at the Williamson Cemetery on Kelly Hill Road, Wilsondale, West Virginia. Mullins Family Funeral Home is honored to serve the family.