James "JW" Wylie Blue

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Visitation Schedule
Roller-McNutt Funeral Home
115 S. Broadview
Greenbrier, AR  72058
Wednesday, January 15, 2020
6:00 to 8:00 PM
Service Schedule
Funeral Service
LifeSong Baptist Church
56 Broadview St
Greenbrier, AR  72058
Thursday, January 16, 2020
10:00 AM
Cemetery
Arkansas State Veterans' Cemetery
1501 West Maryland Avenue
North Little Rock, AR  72120
I served in the Navy.
James "JW" Wylie BlueI am a Veteran.

of Greenbrier, AR

December 15, 1944 - January 10, 2020

Retired Navy, Master Chief Petty Officer, James Wylie Blue, 75, of Greenbrier, Arkansas, passed away peacefully at home on January 10, 2020. He was preceded in death by James Flenoy Blue (father), Veda Lavelle (Cruce) (mother), Floyd Wheeler (brother-in-law) all from Mineral Wells, Texas and Roland Lyon (brother-in-law) of Cedar Bluff, Mississippi.

JW had 35 years of military service. His duty stations included numerous sea and shore commands but found his passion in recruiting young men and women into the United States Navy. Professional success followed him at each and every duty station.

JW is survived by his wife, Lydia, of 37 years; two sisters, Bettie June Lyon of Cedar Bluff, Mississippi, and Frances Kay Wheeler of Mineral Wells, Texas.

Left to cherish his memory are daughters, Jami Elizabeth (Chad) Miller, Demetria ''Buffy'' Meadows, Keri Denise (Chris) Keis, and son, Garrett Wade Blue. His grandchildren were loved beyond measure, Taylor Reynolds (Greenbrier, Arkansas), Lane Alan Crawford (Mineral Wells, Texas), Cameron Bryce Miller (Tyler, Texas), Anna Grace Blue (Greenbrier, Arkansas), Ella Faith Blue (Greenbrier, Arkansas), Kylie Elizabeth Keis (Millsap, Texas), Bailee Ashton Miller (Mineral Wells, Texas), Kenidy Denise Keis (Millsap, Texas), and numerous nieces and nephews.

JW embraced and loved the Greenbrier community and never met a stranger. He frequented the Wagon Wheel restaurant daily and offered wisdom at the Table of Knowledge. He was a golf fanatic and worked hard to promote the game. He was very interested in young people and offered encouragement to fulfill their future dreams.


Visitation will be on Wednesday, January 15, 2020, from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at Roller-McNutt Funeral Home in Greenbrier, Arkansas. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, January 16, 2020, at 10:00am at Lifesong Baptist Church in Greenbrier, Arkansas, with interment at Arkansas State Veteran's Cemetery, North Little Rock, Arkansas at 1:00pm.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations be made to Lifesong Baptist Church, 56th South Broadview Street, Greenbrier, Arkansas 72058


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23 Condolence(s)
Jerome Jolly
NEWARK, AR
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Wednesday, June 16, 2021

I am extremely saddened to find this obituary and learn of Master Chief's passing.
He was a great positive influence in my naval career (NRD Little Rock / NRS NOKC 1987- 1991) and my personal life. Im not sure I ever had the chance to ever thank him properly.
In my book, he was as fine a man as ever sailed the sea. Fair winds and following seas Master Chief.
Condolences to his family,

Clifford Barnes
White Oak, TX
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Saturday, January 18, 2020

Sorry for your loss he will long be remembered. R.I.P Master Chief

Donny McMillen
Greenbrier, AR
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Friday, January 17, 2020

So sorry for your loss. J.W. will be missed in our community.

Donny & Martha McMillen

Suzanne Wilcox
Greenbrier, AR
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Thursday, January 16, 2020

So sorry Lydia to hear about J.W. You were great neighbors. Sincerest condolences from Mike and I.

Del Prout
Anamosa, IA
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Thursday, January 16, 2020

I only met JW a few times but always felt like I was with a friend for life.
Thank you for the wonderful friendship and influence you had on my 2 sons. (Charles & Eddie)
Del

Leta Kirkland
Greenbrier, AR
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Thursday, January 16, 2020

So very to hear of JW passing. What a sweet man. I always enjoyed seeing him at the Flying W, when they were still open. Bless your hearts. Thoughts and prayers for all of you.

Olga Gibbins Lyona
FORT WORTH, TX
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

JW was a good friend to many. My condolences to the family. Jimmy may you rest in peace.

Beau Odom
conway, AR
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

As Doug Odom (Tigers) son, The Odom family sends their heartfelt condolences to the Blue Family. JW and my father were great friends and golfing buddies. I have also played a few rounds with the late, great JW myself.

We appreciate him speaking at my fathers memorial, and will never forget his kind words.

JW, Tell my dad to stop throwing clubs in the ponds in heaven.

Gregory L King
Cordova, TN
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Wednesday, January 15, 2020

JW was a true friend, shipmate, and mentor. I will truly miss our phone calls, laughter, and recruiting talks. You open doors for many of us to succeed in life and in the Navy, and I thank you for being the man, leader, and true friend since the very first day we met. You have always inspired me and my family. You will be truly missed here on earth, but treasured throughout my life. Thanks for the wonderful memories my friend.

Toole Family
Pensacola, FL
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Dear Lydia,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We are so sorry for your loss. We wish you comfort during these times. May JW rest in peace. He will never be forgotten.

Phyllis & David Appell
Summerville, SC
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020

Uncle JW was a miracle come true just not to my Aunt but to our family also! My mom met my dad at their wedding in return got married also! We have him to thank for bringing another amazing dad in the world in our life! I will never forget when we was kids he would embarrass Buffy when he would read his paper at the kitchen table in his whitey righties lol she would say dad but some shorts on he would say this is my house if you dont like it tough lol! He will be missed dearly!

Love your niece

Gail Beard
Mineral Wells, TX
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020

JW was a true friend and classmate. He brought joy to all those who knew him. He will be missed by all who had the pleasure of knowing him. May God bless you, Lydia and the entire family.

Ken & Pat Cruse
El Paso, TX
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Tuesday, January 14, 2020

A true friend, shipmate, and mentor who will be sorely missed. Farewell and following seas; meet you on the other side. May you rest in peace, shipmate. We will miss having breakfast with you at the round table at the Wagon Wheel when we drive through Arkansas. Our prayers are with you Lydia and the family.

CUCM (SCW) Kenneth P. Cruse retired
LCDR Patricia A. Cruse retired

Michael Roberts
Hot Springs, AR
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Monday, January 13, 2020

Lydia, please accept my condolences in this very trying time for you and your family. JW was my mentor in Navy Recruiting. I will always remember his advice, "When in doubt, go to work." I cherished our friendship since we have been retired from the Navy, and will miss him dearly.

Stewart and Haley Wilcox
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, January 13, 2020

Mr. Blue sure was a dandy. I’ve enjoyed knowing him all my life. I always admired him for his pride and service to our country, his honesty (telling it how he thought), and for being a great friend to my mom and dad. God bless you Ms Lydia and the whole family. Mr. Blue will be missed by many.

Randy Nokes
Greenbrier, AR
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Monday, January 13, 2020

To the Family of JW Blue,
My Heart and Prayers go Out to You over the Loss of JW, He was a Man of Integrity, Character and as Good of a Friend as any one Could ever ask For.May God Comfort you in the Days Ahead.

Bubba Lusk
Mineral Wells, TX
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Monday, January 13, 2020

JW "Bobo" hard to believe you are gone, I will miss the phone calls from you more than you would have ever known !! What a GREAT man !!! Till we meet again SIR !!! Rest Easy....

Bubba Lusk
Mineral Wells, TX
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Monday, January 13, 2020

JW "Bobo" hard to believe you are gone, I will miss the phone calls from you more than you would have ever known !! What a GREAT man !!! Till we meet again SIR !!! Rest Easy....

Danny Kerr
Rotonda West, FL
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Monday, January 13, 2020

Prayers are with the family and a man like JW will be missed.

Michael W Knight
Houston, AR
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Sunday, January 12, 2020

My sincere condolences on your loss, may GOD give you comfort during this time of grief. Our prayers are with the family. We shall see him again when the LORD comes to take us home. Amen

Billy Jackson
Greenbrier, AR
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Sunday, January 12, 2020

One of the best friends a person could have. You always knew were you stood with JW Blue. Good man!

Keith Stokes
Cleveland, TN
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Sunday, January 12, 2020

To a true friend and shipmate- rest easy shipmate, we have the watch. Fair winds and following seas.


Lydia- I am so sorry to hear of this - thank you for letting me know.
Keith

Jerry and Janis Robbins
Greenbrier, AR
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Saturday, January 11, 2020

Lydia and families, we are sorry for JW’s passing. We are lifting all of you in our prayers. If there is anything we can do, we are here. Know that our prayers will be for comfort, strength, and our support to all of you. You will be reunited again. We love you all.