of Bee Branch, AR

May 27, 1947 - June 20, 2024

Stephen E. James, 77, of Bee Branch passed from this life to Heaven on June 20, 2024. He was born May 27, 1947 in Little Rock, Arkansas to Sidney James and Doylene Bintliff. He is preceded in death by his wife, Liz James; one Stepson, Justin Story; his parents, Doylene and Dale Bintliff and his birth father, Sidney James.

Stephen was a beloved father, Vietnam veteran and attorney. He led a fulfilled life working for the Van Buren County Prosecuting Attorney's office for over 30 years. During his time in Vietnam, he was a helicopter pilot who flew many missions and was very proud to serve for his country. He retired from the Army and National Guard after 21 years of service. When he wasn't hard at work, he spent much of his time traveling with family, reading military novels and flying planes. Above all, he was a kind and generous man who valued family more than anything else.

Left to cherish his memory are his three sons, Dalton (Samantha) James, Jonathan James and Stephen (Elizabeth) James; one stepdaughter, Brittany (Ryan) Reynolds; five grandchildren, Dale, Merideth, Taya, Isaac and Ava James; two step grandchildren, Bowan and Dylan Reynolds; two brothers, Larry and David Bintliff and many more family and friends.

Visitation services are Wednesday, June 26, 2024 from 12:30 p.m. 2:00 p.m. at Roller McNutt Funeral Home in Clinton, Arkansas and funeral service will follow at 2:00 p.m.

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Obituary Provided By:
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
Highway 65 South
Clinton, AR  72031
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