Thomas Alexander James Sr. "Pop Pop" of Hendersonville, Tennessee passed away, Monday July 30, 2018. Tom was a devoted husband and loving father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a graduate of South High School in Knoxville, where he met his wife of 57 years, Anna-Marie. Tom was a master gardener, cook, painter and fixer of all things broken. He was a walking Historian and never forgot anything he read. Tom served his country, his family and his fellow man. He had a singular wit that could always bring a smile to your face. Tom is preceded in death by his parents; Alexander and Lucretia James; brother, Charles James; sister, Mickey Mee. He is survived by his loving wife, Anna-Marie; sons; Tom (Joy) James Jr. and David (Lisa) James; daughter, Susan James; sister, Pat (Barry) Davis. Tom surrounded himself with 8 grandchildren and their spouses, 3 great-grandchildren and many nieces and nephews.
Family will receive friends, Friday August 3, 2018 from 5:00pm - 7:00pm at Berry Funeral Home, 3704 Chapman Hwy, Knoxville 37920. Family will meet at Berry Funeral home for a 10:00 am chapel service with procession to Woodlawn Cemetery to follow. In lieu of flowers, please pay it forward in Tom's honor. Go make a difference!!!! Online condolences may be made at www.berryfuneralhome.com