James W. Echols, 69, of Shannon, Alabama passed away Sunday, March 17, 2019. He is survived by his daughter, Diana L. Echols of Ohio; sister in law, Tessa M. Echols of Florence, AL; Nephews, Bryan Echols, Johnny Echols and Niece Georgeanna Echols Rickard. A graduate of Jones Valley High School, he worked with The University Of Montevallo Traffic Safety Center for over 25 years.