James was a kind man, that cared deeply about others. For over 30 years, he dedicated his medical career as a Laboratory Technician to help care for patients. James married his wife, Pam Nokes, on Tuesday, December 20, 1988 in Golden, Texas. He was avid in politics, being a Trump supporter, and caring for animal rights. In his free time, James enjoyed hunting for deer and elk. He believed in patriotism, because he loved his country and was a proud Texan native. His favorite ornament on the Christmas tree was 'Grumpy,' from Snow White, due to his favorable character. James will be dearly missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him.
James is survived by his loving wife, Pam Nokes of Brownsboro; son, Rodney (Marnie) Hoon of Millersville, MD; daughter, Rebecca Pertain of Brownsboro; grandsons, Bryce Hoon, Sean Pertain, and Ethan Pertain; step-father, Jack Palasota; sister, Stella Marshall of Greenville, SC, Pam Myrick, and Mary Joyce Richards of Mississippi.
James is preceded in death by his mother, Mary Lee Palasota; brothers, Tommy and Melvin Cantrell; and father, Robert E. Nokes.
Contributions in James' memory may be made to Chandler First United Methodist Church, https://chandlerfumc.org/; and Wounded Warrior Project, https://www.woundedwarriorproject.org/donate.
A graveside service for James will be held Wednesday, October 6, 2021 at 2:00 p.m.at the Tyler Memorial Park Cemetery Mausoleum.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.tylermemorial.com for the Nokes family.
