Michael Lynn James

Michael Lynn James, 49, passed away on September 24, 2026, in Tool, Texas. He was born on October 22, 1976 in Kaufman, Texas to John James and Cheryl Pearl.

Michael proudly served his country as a Gunnery Sergeant in the United States Marine Corps. His time as a Marine was an important part of his life and he was known as an honorable and respected Marine. He carried the values of honor, courage and commitment with him throughout his life.

Above all, Michael was a son, father, brother, uncle, and friend. He was a loving son to his mother Cheryl and a doting father to his children Brode and Tanley. His family was an important part of his life and he will be deeply missed by those who knew and shared life with him.

Michael was Baptist by faith. His passing leaves a deep sense of loss for his family, friends and all that knew him. While his life was cut short, the memories he made and people whose lives he touched will continue to carry his memory forward.

Michael is survived by his mother, Cheryl Pearl of Tool, Texas; daughter, Tanley James of Ft. Collins, Colorado; son, Brode Hill of Ft. Collins, Colorado; sister, Wendy Jarvis and nephews, Joseph Jarvis, Gabriel Jarvis and Michael Jarvis all of Mabank, Texas; and numerous family members, friends, and loved ones.

He will be remembered as a proud Marine, a loving son, father, brother, and uncle that will be greatly missed. Michael's memory will live on in the hearts of the family and friends who loved him and in the many lives he touched along the way.

Anyone wanting to give donations the family is requesting they be sent to the Fisher House Foundation or Tunnel to Towers Foundation.