of Benton, AR
October 29, 1940 - July 19, 2016
James W. Hudson, age 75, of Benton, Arkansas, passed away on July 19, 2016 in Little Rock, Arkansas. James was born in Willow, Arkansas (Dallas County) on October 29, 1940. He married Kaye Shelnutt Hudson in Benton on June 3, 1960.
He graduated from Benton High School in 1959 and joined the US Navy where he served two years active duty and four years reserve. He became an employee of Alcoa retiring after 45 years.
He was an avid fisherman, sharing his catch with family, friends and often complete strangers. PawPaw James' Fish Fry was a delicious treat to all! He was a member of First Baptist Church of Benton and loved studying the Bible.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Wilbern ''Mike'' Hudson and Katherine Hudson Catton and brother, Jerry A. Hudson; father in law Joe C. Shelnutt and brother in law, Joe C. Shelnutt, Jr.
He is survived by his wife, Kaye Shelnutt Hudson of Benton, Arkansas; his daughter, Shannon White and husband, Bill of Benton; his sons Steve Hudson and wife, Tara of Bentonville, AR and Joe Hudson and wife, Linsey of Clinton, AR; his grandchildren, Jamie Vinson, Caleb Hudson, Katie Wadley, Lucy White, Claire White, Liam Hudson, and Chloe Hudson; Mother in law, Rheba L. Shelnutt; sisters in law, Scila Hudson of Virginia Beach, VA and Gloria Shelnutt of Benton; 6 nieces and nephews and their families; and beloved Westie, Alfie.
Honorary Pallbearers will be Caleb Hudson, Liam Hudson, Alek Witt, Tim McDaniel, Tim Nelson, Dr. Joe Martindale, Dr. Mark Martindale, Brian Hudson, Mark Hudson, John Schamel, Tom Pack, Bill White, Nathan Chamblee, and Chuck Shelnutt.
Visitation will be held on Friday, July 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. in First Baptist Church Selph Hall followed by memorial service beginning at 11:00 a.m. First Baptist Church with Bro. Edd Spurlock officiating.
Private inurnment will follow at the State Veterans Cemetery in North Little Rock.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Arkansas ALS Association Arkansas Chapter, 1200 W. Walnut, Suite 2309, Rogers, AR 72756 or First Baptist Church Memorial Fund, 211 S. Market Street, Benton, AR 72015.
Arrangements by Roller-Ballard Funeral Home in Benton (501-315-4047).
So sorry for the loss of James. He was such a kind sweet soul. Mom was saddened at his passing and was so sorry she was unable to attend. Prayers for comfort. Love Billie Sue, Kyle and Carmon
Dear Kaye, Shannon & Steven: I was so shocked and so sorry to hear of James' passing. I also had no idea Jerry had preceded him in death, which made me sad that we had lost touch with each other over the years. Aunt Katie was my mother's sister and also was my favorite aunt. I loved her very much and I know she loved her boys VERY MUCH, so now she has them with her again. I will pray that God will comfort you and help you get through this difficult time.
Your Cousin,
Sandra (Crowder) Morris
Please know we are thinking of and praying for you and your family. James was a man of great faith and I will always remember our conversations about the Word of God. He will be missed. Our loveâ¤ï¸
My dear Kaye
We were shocked to hear from Rick that James had taken his eternal flight. We are SO sorry to hear this. We will certainly be praying for you and your family. May our Blessed Lord hold you close under the shadow of His wings as you go through this difficult time. I send you hugs. Love you.
Adelle Shemwell
So sorry about James. Sending my thoughts and prayers.
We are so very sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers at this sad time. May your sweetest memories be a treasure to you in the difficult times to come.
May God grant you His peace that passes all human understanding.
With our love and sympathy~
Kay, please accept our sincere condolences. I always enjoyed seeing and visiting with James on the lake. I'm sure he is fishing in heaven right now.
Ron & Mary Toney.
So sorry for your loss. Praying for your family.
Shannon, Bill, Lucy & Claire,
We are so sorry for your loss!
Our prayers are with you
Dennis & Vanessa
Kay,Shannon & Joe,
I am so sorry to hear of Mr.Hudson's passing. It is
a blessing that his suffering has ended. Our thoughts
and prayers are with you for the days ahead.
We are sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with Kaye and the family.
Kay, my sympathy to you and your family.
Our thoughts are with you.
I'm so very sorry for your loss Mrs. Hudson, Shannon & Steve. I'll never forget the fun times we had down at your house when we were all kids growing up in the neighborhood. I'm glad we had such great memories of our childhood and your house was definitely included in those memories. Thank you for being such important influences in our life. My thoughts and prayers are with you in this journey. May God Bless you all and take great comfort in knowing he is where he needs to be and will never feel anymore pain on this earth, he is with his Heavenly Father and will be well taken care of. God Bless you all.
We are sorry for your loss. May you find comfort in the words of Jehovah God at Job 14:14-15 and John 5:28-29.