James was born to Jessie James Douthit and Naomi Oaks Douthit on October 12, 1940, in Hugo, Oklahoma. James moved to Texas at a young age and lived most of his life as a resident of the Fort Worth area. James married the love of his life Linda Joy Dodon on September 10, 1958. They were married for over 60 years before her passing in 2019. In November 1959, James and Linda welcomed their first child Charles. The family soon grew to six with the births of Ginger, Susan and Michael.
James was an avid lover of sports. He coached both his sons in football and baseball over the years. He enjoyed playing golf in his spare time. He was a lifelong fan of both the Dallas Cowboys and Texas Rangers.
James loved spending time with his family and friends. His love and commitment to his family will be continued through his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will be deeply missed by all.
James is preceded in death by his loving wife of 60 years Linda. He is survived by his four children Charles Douthit and wife Andrea, Ginger Gilbert and husband Terry, Susan Lutt and husband Danny and Michael Douthit and wife Rhonda. His 13 grandchildren Jackie, Jeff, Bailey, James, Jason, Justin, Jessica, Bobby, Jacob, Tony, Danny, Haley, Michael and numerous great grandchildren.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be sent to the American Diabetes Association.
A memorial service for James will be held Saturday, June 24, 2023, at 11:00 am at Moore Funeral Home, 1219 North Davis Dr, Arlington, Texas 76012.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.moore-funeralhome.com for the Douthit family.
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