James David Alley

James David “JD” Alley, 54, left this earth Tuesday, March 29, 2016 and has entered God’s open arms. JD was larger than life and made a lasting impression on all those he met. He could speak to a stranger as if he had known him or her for years, and any time help was needed, JD was Johnny on the Spot, never hesitating to lend a helping hand. While helping others brought JD joy, he enjoyed talking and spending time with those he loved most, his family, more than anything else.

JD’s children and grandchildren were very important to him. He made sure to never miss their games, birthdays, or any other events. Along with being there for his grandchildren, JD had a great passion for auto racing with his brother and nephew and for riding motorcycles. He and his wife Lori often set out on rides on their Harleys, even making the trek to Sturgis Bike Rally in South Dakota.

JD was born to James Floyd “Jim” Alley and Virginia Neoma Alley on February 7, 1962 in Wichita Falls, Texas, where he grew up and attended school at Old High. After high school, JD joined the Marine Corps. He later went on to become an electrician, even reaching Journeyman status. He was also a member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Union (IBEW), Local 681.

JD is preceded in death by his parents. He is survived by his wife Laura “Lori” Alley, and his four children, daughter Sylvia Looper and husband Ryan, son James Ernie Alley and Kayci Provence, daughter Wendy Lester and husband Jimmy, and son Cody Duncan, and brother Floyd Alley and wife Melinda. He is also survived by his five grandchildren: Railey and Ryder Looper and Blake, Jonas, and Airiana Lester.

A funeral service will be held in the Chapel at Hampton Vaughan Funeral Home, on Monday, April 4, at 3 p.m. Burial will immediately follow at Crestview Memorial Park. The family will greet friends and relatives at a visitation on Sunday, April 3, from 3 to 5 p.m. at Hampton Vaughan Funeral Home, 1917 Archer City Highway.

Online condolences may be made at www.HamptonVaughanCrestview.com.