of Little Rock, AR
February 17, 1961 - January 9, 2025
James ''Jim'' Edgar Blount, Jr., age 63, of Little Rock, Arkansas passed away at his home on January 9, 2025. He was born in Dayton, Ohio to his late parents, James Edgar Blount Sr. and Martha (Klug) Blount Fortune.
Jim graduated from Roth High School on a Friday in May of 1980 and on the following Monday, left for Lackland Air Force Base for Basic Training. He was stationed at LRAFB, RAF Upper Heyford UK and Minot Air Force Base ND to serve a total of 9 years in the United States Air Force, Security Police.
After his service to our country, Jim went to work for the Little Rock Police Department in May of 1990 and retired in May of 2016 having served 26 years as a Patrol Officer, including 4 years with SWAT. Following his career with Little Rock Police Department, Jim went to work for the Arkansas State Capitol Police Department in December of 2018 and retired in June of 2024.
Jim was a member of Agape Church since 2008 and was an untraditional and uncompromising believer of his Lord, Jesus Christ. Jim had many interests and enjoyments through the years: cycling, where he was able to compete at Leadville, CO; RV camping and hiking with his wife; taking his son on life-adventures such as storm chasing, train watching, fishing, fireworks, digging for crystals and much more.
In addition, he enjoyed chewing the fat about military, world events and weapons with his stepson and cheering on his beloved Buckeyes (O-H-I-O). He loved to challenge others in political talks (debates) and was known for his patriotism, serving others, mentorship to younger men whether it be in law enforcement, the family, or church; his humor and uncompromised commitment to what he believed was right; his love and pride for his son; his respect and admiration for his stepson and his love for his wife and partner. Jim loved God, Family and Country.
Survivors include his wife of sixteen years, Sandra Blount; son, Maddox Blount and step-son, James M. Adkins; two sisters, Kimberlee Bird (Randall) of Ohio and Cathy Barrow of Oklahoma; one half-brother, Eugene Blount (Amy) of Ohio and one half-sister, Michelle Briggs (Matt) of Ohio; seven nieces, three nephews, two great-nephews, two great nieces plus many more family and friends.
A visitation will begin at 10:00am with funeral services beginning at 11:00am on Friday, Jan 24th at Agape Church, 701 Napa Valley Drive, Little Rock, AR (501) 225-0612 with Pastor Happy Caldwell and Pastor Scott Stewart officiating. Honor Guard by Little Rock Police Department. Burial will follow at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock with the United States Air Force Honor Guard.
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35 Condolence(s)
Willie Simmons
Saturday, January 18, 2025
I will miss talking to Jim and our Good Natured harrassment of each other,Jim was a joy to be around, Funny , Friendly. Loved Jesus, His family and talking to people. We will see him again in Heaven.
Saundra, Maddox and family praying for God's complete peace during this time, Jim was a well respected and well liked Godly man and Father, Love Willie
Ashley Wang
Thursday, January 16, 2025
I was blessed to meet Jim at Agape. He always greeted me and asked how I was. He was a man of God. His life exemplified God’s love. You will be missed. See you in the future.
Cricket Wells
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
So sorry Sandra. Wish I had still worked for Troop A when Jim was there. Shame I missed meeting such a Patriot that served his Country, City & State. May he rest in peace. The honors well deserved Officer Blount. Salute.
Rebecca Schug
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Jim was a great guy and such a carrying person for his family and friends. He will be missed.
God Bless your family Sandra and GodBless you.
Kristina Roberts
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
You’ll always be Uncle James to me. Rest easy.
CMSgt Thomas Gartner
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
I remember working with Jim at Minot. He was a good guy, always laughing about something that was going on. I wish I had kept in touch with him. Rest in Peace old freind.
Susan Bradley
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
He was a lovely man. Sandra I’m so sorry for your loss and your families loss. I’m praying for you all and I know you cherish all the memories you have together
Donald Campbell
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Sandra, I am so sorry to read this sad news and for your loss. He was a good man. Prayers for you and the entire family. Don
James P Woehl, MSgt, Security Police USAF Retired
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Nick Johnson
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
I am so sorry for your loss, Jim was a great man I enjoyed being around him very much and aggravating him every chance I got, whether it was joking around or sending him a dumb video I glued his head on. I always try to make him laugh. Over the last few years that I got to know Jim, he was always easy to talk to him, no matter the conversation. He will truly be missed, but I take comfort in knowing he is with His Lord and Savior, just know you and your family will be in a hearts and prayers.
Thomas J (Rick) Musticchi III
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
James was an honorable man, a good Police Officer and a great colleague. May his soul rest in peace.
Johnny D. Gilbert, Jr.
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Blount is a good man. We served for years together at the Little Rock Police Department. Before that, we served in the United States Air Force as security policemen at different duty stations.
Again, Blount is a good man May he rest in love and peace.
Johnny D. Gilbert, Jr.
(Smsgt. retired)
Teresa and Silver
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
One of the best!! Prayers and love.
Dino and Lin Fulton
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Sandra, Maddox and James Michael, Sending our love and prayers during this difficult time. May God’s peace comfort you and His love sustain you until the day He calls us home.
Dr. Bryan and Delphine Massey
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
The Jim we knew had a strong but quiet demeanor about him as well as a humble spirit. Always willing to help and rarely did we not see his signature smile. He will be missed on this side of Heaven, but rest assured we will see that signature smile again.
Bert Piper
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Godspeed James, we'll rally up at debrief. Honor to have served with you!
Richard W Rounds, TSgt, USAF, Security Police, Retired
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
I served with Jim at RAF Upper Heyford. While not always seeing eye to eye, we respected each other and worked well together. To his wife and family, you have my heart felt condolences. I pray for God's peace to surround each of you and confort you.
Phillip Wise
Wednesday, January 15, 2025
Whenever I saw Jim at a distance I altered my path if just to spend a few moments in conversation. I always was uplifted. Jim was one of the most sincere men I have known.
Ronald and Katherine Matney
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Sandra, Maddox and family,
It was a pleasure to know Jim, he was a good man that I was blessed to share parts of life with. We first meet in the early days when in the Air Force at LRAFB, we then reconnected in 1990 in LRPD Rookie school. We worked the same squad for a few years and shared many laughs and good times. My prayers for you all that God lifts you up and gives you comfort and peace during this time.
Mickey and Janet Mayland
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
We are lifting you and your family in our prayers.
Loved to visit with Jim at church but really loved to see you share your love for each other in your hiking and camping adventures on facebook. God Bless!
David and Trish Osburn
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Jim is a special person he would always stop and talk with us at church and would ask about our Grandson Tristan and how his racing was going.
Sandra and Maddox our heart and prayers are with you.
LeCury McCray
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Sorry for your loss. I enjoyed Jim’s conversation and the time I spent with him at the Capitol. He was a genuine person and fun to be around. Our conversation were about politics, God, and his family. He will be truly missed and praying for his family.
Myron & Lisa Watson
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
May God's love carry you and your family now and onwards.
Dr. Lynda Phillips Johnson
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Gonna miss your smile, kindness and especially your way of words with a small laugh( kinda joke). Always provided excellent information when asked. I gonna miss you my friend.
Beth Mercer
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
My heart hurts for you and Maddox, Jim was a great guy. I missed him when he retired. Praying for your family.
James Mayfield
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Sandra I’m so sorry we love you and your family we are praying for strength and understanding.God said I will not leave you nor forsake you nor put more on you that you can bear.We will always remember the memories Jim left on us I’m glad I got a chance to work with him and be a part of his life.
Oscar and Ruby Dean
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
We are sending our sincere condolences to your family. Jim was a great neighbor and a mentor to our son, Chris, who followed behind him as a police officer. We will cherish the memories of our yard talks and neighborly visits. God Bless!
Debra Frei
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Gonna miss you Bro-in-Law. Sure wish we could’ve spent more time together. Thank you for the life you shared with my baby sister. God Bless you.
Bill R. Huffman, Jr.
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
We love you.
Darin Hobson
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
Jim you will missed for sure. We love you and I was so lucky to be blessed with you and the rest of the family. By the way GO IRISH!!
Howard Massey
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
My sincere condolences to the family. Officer Blount what's part of our security team and one of our church brothers. He will truly be missed.
Lyndajo A Jones-Watson
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
My thoughts, prayers and heartfelt sympathy goes out to the family. I will miss his smile and sense of humor. Our last meeting is forever etched in my mind and heart.
Arkansas Police Activity
Tuesday, January 14, 2025
We would like to extend our sincere condolences to the family, friends and coworkers of retired LRPD Officer Jim Blount. Jim was a great partner and his smile could light up a room. RIP my friend, and God bless you and your family always.
Brent Page
Monday, January 13, 2025
Thinking of y'all in KY. Aware of your loss through:
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Lillian Russell
Monday, January 13, 2025
Dear Sandra, Maddox, and family,
Praying for all of you as you are walking through this difficult time. I know Jim is in the arms of His Savior and you will see him again in Heaven.
I am so sorry for your loss.