of Sherwood, AR

April 25, 1930 - January 6, 2023

James "Jim" Douglas Hope, 92, of North Little Rock, AR passed away January 6, 2023.

"Jim" Hope, son of Anna Mae and Oscar Hope, loving husband of Rose "Betty" Hope, is survived by his wife, Betty; his daughter, Vicki and her husband, Steve and two sons, Keith and Kevin. He is also survived by one grandson, Brett and his wife, Jessica and two great grandsons, Jack and Luke.

Jim was a loving and dedicated father, husband, grandfather and friend. He loved sports, especially baseball, where his favorite team was the St. Louis Cardinals. Growing up in North Little Rock, Jim played football, baseball, basketball and was a champion wrestler. He also enjoyed reading, traveling and talking politics.

He served in the US Navy during the Korean War and was honorably discharged in 1955 with the rank of Electrician's Mate, Third Class.

After his military service, Jim began his lifetime career in the railroad industry. He was promoted several times up the ranks and as a senior officer, he managed more than 5,000 employees across the US. He was a Mason and devoted time and his resources to several worthy causes.

He will be laid to rest at Edgewood Memorial Park in North Little Rock, AR, Friday, January 13, at 2:00 p.m.

Obituary Provided By:
Roller-Owens Funeral Home
5509 John F. Kennedy Blvd.
North Little Rock, AR  72116
www.rollerfuneralhomes.com