of Osceola, AR
November 30, 1947 - December 26, 2014
James William Trenthem Jr., 67 of Osceola, AR passed away Friday, December 26, 2014 in Jonesboro, AR. James was raised in Trumann, AR where he graduated in 1965. In 1966, he married Virginia Kay Lafarlett and later moved to Osceola in 1971 where they raised their two children. He served as manager of Fred's Dollar Store until 1976 when he purchased the Sonic Drive-In where he was blessed to have been able to operate with his son until 2006 when he retired. During his tenure, he was instrumental in shaping the lives of many young teenagers in the community. He is preceded in death by his father James ''Bill'' Trenthem, his mother Margaret Burleson Trenthem Hon, two sisters and one brother. He leaves behind his high school sweetheart and wife of 48 years Virginia Kay Trenthem; one son James ''Jim'' William (Nisa) Trenthem III of Greenbrier, AR; one daughter April Trenthem (Richard) Rocconi of Tioga, TX; four grandchildren: Will Trenthem, IV, Mallory Trenthem, Anthony Rocconi and Austin Rocconi; mother-in-law Dorothy Lafarlett; niece Rita Kay Lafarlett (Mark) Gallion; two brother-in-laws: Gordon (Yvonne) Lafarlett and Donnie Lafarlett.
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30 Condolence(s)
Renee Hamilton
Thursday, January 29, 2015
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope the Lord holds your heart and gives you the strenght you need to live thru this. I know you have a large support team.
I hope the pain leaves soon and when you think of him you can smile and remember the good times.
Joyce Ann Stovall
Tuesday, January 6, 2015
I have known you and James since before your children were born. You always seemed to be the perfect couple. I know James is going to be a great void in you and your family,s lives as well as his friends lives. He will be greatly missed in the community.
Know that I am thinking of you and I pray that you and family will find peace as time goes by.
God bless you.
Joyce ann
Venecia Hendrix
Friday, January 2, 2015
I first met Mr. Trentham when he was my boss at Fred's Dollar Store. He was so much fun to be around and a very thoughtful person. I've known him and his family many years and know he will truly be missed. God bless.
EDDIE GODSEY
Tuesday, December 30, 2014
KAYE, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND THE FAMILY.
Frances Cteecy
Monday, December 29, 2014
Kaye so sorry for your loss, I pray the Lord be with you and your family during this trying time.
Mary Lee Brock Cunningham
Monday, December 29, 2014
Kaye and all your family - May the peace of the Lord bring you comfort in your sorrow.
gary cooper
Monday, December 29, 2014
MY HEART GOES OUT TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY.JAMES WAS A GOOD FRIEND AND MENTOR TO ME. REST IN PEACE BUDDY.
Joe & Sharon Stone
Monday, December 29, 2014
Our hearts are heavy at this news. May the Lord wrap His arms around you and comfort you. Our prayers go out to your family.
Craig & 'Iliahi Easley
Sunday, December 28, 2014
We are so sorry about your loss. We are keeping you in thoughts and prayers. Let The Lord wrap you in his loving arms in these difficult times.
Matt & Wendy Hendrix
Sunday, December 28, 2014
Kay if there is anything you need please let us know. James was a great guy and will be truly missed.
dick and Lois Wilson
Sunday, December 28, 2014
Kay, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
HARRY & Ruth Headrick
Sunday, December 28, 2014
We were so sorry to hear about James. Will always remember the laughter and having you all
in our home. Love to all from the HEADRICK FAMILY.
Jimmy Carter
Sunday, December 28, 2014
We are thinking of you and your family during this loss, praying for peace and understanding.
Patsy & Billy Adams
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Kay, We are so sad to hear about James passing. Bill and I was just talking about how we would always cross paths. Our Prayers are with you and your family to give you comfort.
Jim and Myra Osment
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. Our sympathy to you and yours.
connie sue carter
Saturday, December 27, 2014
kay, & family i am so very sorry for your loss. your all in my prayers .
Gary & Rhonda Little
Saturday, December 27, 2014
We are lifting you all up in prayer! May God's love fill your hearts with strength, peace and comfort.
Freda Payne Paxton
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Kay, my deepest sympathies are extended in your loss of James. I'm praying for you and your family. Even though we don't see each other or talk often, please know that I will always care about you and remember you and James fondly.
All my love,
Freda
Norma & Bill Evans
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Kay, so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in our prayers. He was a great man, husband, father and friend. May God be with you in your time of sorrow. We love you, Bill and Norma
Jan Fain
Saturday, December 27, 2014
So sorry to hear of James passing, he was such a sweet person at all times. Kay may God bless you all in this time of need. Our prayers are with you all.
Linda Davis
Saturday, December 27, 2014
April l am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
John Jarvis
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Rest in peace my friend. I will miss you a lot.
George & Beth Nunnally
Saturday, December 27, 2014
You are all in our thoughts and prayers.
Kenny White
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Dearest Kay,
I am heartbroken to hear of James passing. He was such a wonderful guy and yall were the perfect couple. My prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
Kenny
Johnny and Dot Lynn Hackett
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Please know our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Our hearts are heavy now, but we are going to dwell on happy memories of the good times we shared. We never expected that our time to enjoy James' friendship was going to end so soon. Keep the faith and remember that we love you all. Stay close to one another and God will provide the grace you need to get through this sad time.
Stewart "Hoot" Gilliam
Saturday, December 27, 2014
I am sorry to hear of James' passing. He was an extraordinary man to work for and I was one of those teenagers whose lives he helped shape. He will be greatly missed. I hop Kay and family can find some measure of peace during this time.
Jo Ann Trenthem Roberts
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Kay, you have been in my thoughts and prayers since we talked Saturday morning. I know how hard this must be for you. I hope knowing you are loved so much brings comfort. From Hazel, Janie, Becky, Jon, Richard, Phillip and me, may God wrap you and the children in His arms.
Saturday, December 27, 2014
So sorry for you and family. Wishing peace for all
John & Becky Gilliam
Saturday, December 27, 2014
Our sincere condolences go out to Kay & family for their loss of James. May Jesus give you comfort and peace at this sad time.
Joyce Ann Stovall
Saturday, December 27, 2014
I am so sorry to hear of James passing. God be with you and your family during this time and always. Sending prayers your way.