James was born Jan. 16 1958 in Bridgeport, to Lee and Lucille McCord. He attended schools in Bridgeport and graduated from Bridgeport High school in 1976. James was a truck driver for 37 years, having driven for Sysco Foods, SAIA Motor Freight, UPS/Worldwide Dedicated Services and most recently for CTC/Boise Cascade. James was a member of Richfield Christian Church and served as deacon and board member as well as on various committees. James enjoyed the outdoors and was an avid fisherman and hunter. He also enjoyed drag races and Texas Rangers baseball. He passed away on July 25, 2016. Survivors include Barbara McCord, his wife of 25 years; daughter, Christy Kurk of Waco; sons, Justin McCord of Wichita Falls, and Alan and wife Laura Kurk of College Station; two grandchildren, Anderson and Amelia Kurk of College Station; a sister, Sheila Jefferson of Houston, and several nieces and nephews. Arrangements under the direction of Grace Gardens Funeral Home in Waco. A private graveside service will be held at Graceland Cemetery in Jermyn at a later date.