of Proctor, AR
February 28, 1944 - January 15, 2025
James (Jim) Matthew Presley, age 80, departed this life on January 15, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Jim was born on February 28, 1944 in Trumann, AR to James Elbert and Evelyn Gates Presley.
Jim was a graduate of Trumann High School and the Arkansas Police Academy in Camden, AR. He attended East AR Community College and received his Associates Degree in Criminology. Jim was a lifetime member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5225 and a proud Vietnam Veteran that served his country with the United States Army. He was retired from the West Memphis Police Department.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents and two brothers, Bobby and Bud. He leaves to cherish his memories his wife, Debbye (Melton) Presley; son, Jimbo Presley of Horseshoe Lake and daughter, Vicki Moland of Marion; grandchildren, Matt (Anna Beth) Presley, Raven Presley, Landen Presley, Devon Mayfield, Nathan Castle and Jessi Duncan; Great grandchildren, Baylee Jo, Jocelyn and Avery; His brother, George Presley; sisters, Karen (Jimmy) Gregory, Marsha (Eddie) Mars, Linda Gregory all of Trumann, Geraldine (Bob) Barnes of Marked Tree and Shelia (Tim) Haggerty of Toledo, Ohio and many friends, nieces and nephews.
Jim was an avid outdoorsman. He loved to hunt and fish and was good at both. Dementia took away many of his interests, but he never let it get him down. He always enjoyed time with his family and friends. Jim was a member of Angels Way Baptist Church. In lieu of flowers, due to them not being allowed at military cemetery, donations to Angels Way Baptist Church, a decorative piece for Jim's beloved garden or Alzheimer's Foundation of America are welcome.
We would like to say THANK YOU to the Home Based Primary Care team at Memphis VA and his caretakers Leslie, Ms. Verdie and Dierkson. You all treated him with kindness and respect. For that we are very grateful.
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14 Condolence(s)
Carolyn Gregory Mealer
Friday, January 17, 2025
Jim was a great guy. He will be missed. Praying for strength and comfort for all the family. Love you all!!!!
Carolyn (Niecey) Gregory Mealer
Kay Z
Friday, January 17, 2025
You are on in my prayers, you and the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Love you, Debbye!
Delbert Pipkin
Friday, January 17, 2025
Prayers for the family.
God's speed old friend
Allison Cecil Greenwood
Friday, January 17, 2025
Sending love and prayers to Debbye and the family! May God bring peace and comfort.
Billie (Smith) Dias
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Debbye, I am holding you tight in my thoughts and in my prayers. May you have peace beyond all understanding that only comes from our Lord. He will carry you through this most difficult time. With much love..”B”
John Williams
Thursday, January 16, 2025
So sorry to hear of Jims passing. Peace to all who knew this good man.
Gary Harlow
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Prayers to all of the family I can truly say that Jim was my friend. I am saddened to read this and want all of you left behind with only memories to know he loved each and everyone of you.. May you all find peace through love.
Gary and family
Jackie White
Thursday, January 16, 2025
So sorry for your loss Debbye. My prayers are with you and family. God bless you all. Love u
Paul and Kathy Lindsey
Thursday, January 16, 2025
We will miss you dearly,
Rest in Peace Uncle Jimmy 💙
Kristy K Simmons
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Miss Debbie just wanted to say how sorry I was to hear about Mr Jim he was a sweet man your family will be in my prayers during this difficult time
William and Melissa Gregory
Thursday, January 16, 2025
We love you and will miss you Uncle Jim. We will see you again.
Kay
Thursday, January 16, 2025
Sorry for your loss
JESSE AND SHIRLEY LAMBERT
Thursday, January 16, 2025
DEBBYE AND FAMILY, WE ARE SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS
Butch Steele
Thursday, January 16, 2025
So sorry to hear of this. My prayers are with you Debbie and the family. The Bible speaks of a time when all those sleeping in death will awaken and rise. Jo. 5:28,29