James Ray West

James Ray West, age 68 of Lake City, passed away on March 26, 2024 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. James was born in New River on May 7, 1955 to the late Melvin and Evelyn Bunch West. James was a stone mason. He loved God first and foremost and knew his bible. James loved fishing, motorcycles, the mountains, the ocean, drawing, and spending time with his grandbabies and family. In addition to his parents, James is preceded in death by brothers: Paul West, Noble West, and sister: Wanda West.

Survivors:

Wife  Patty Breeden

Step Daughters  Kim and Daniel Daugherty of Caryville

Samantha Breeden and James of Galveston, TX

Ashley Breeden of Clinton

Brother   Archie and Barbara West of Clinton

Sister  Opal West of Clinton

Grandchildren Zachary Hall, Victoria Daugherty, Kaden Auzton, and Olivia Daugherty

Nieces and Nephews   Hubert, Eric, and Angela Green

Ray Ward

Benny West

Misty Argo and children Logan and Alex Argo

Vanita Early and Shawn

Sierra West

Best Friend  Lonnie Goodman

Visitation: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, Monday, April 1, 2024 at the Hatmaker Funeral Home in Lake City.

Funeral Service: 4:00 PM, Monday, April 1, 2024 in the Hatmaker Funeral Home Chapel.