James Sheives

James Sheives, 79, of Stigler, passed away Sunday morning, March 5, 2017, at his home in Rocky Ridge. He was born Aug. 2, 1937, in McAllen, Texas to Marvin and Jimmie Louisie (Roach) Sheives.
James grew up in San Benito, Texas and was a member of the class of 1955 where he made wonderful friends that have lasted a lifetime. He always looked forward to going to his high school reunions and spending time with his classmates. Jim was a fun loving guy who enjoyed traveling, reading, woodworking and dancing, but will probably be most remembered for his stories and jokes. Jim loved to make people laugh and would share his stories for hours. After his retirement, Jim spent many hours with his dog LaPretia. They became wonderful companions and were inseparable. She brought him a lot of joy and comfort during his long illness.
Jim met his wife, Diane Bryce in Spiro. They became the best of friends and soon discovered that their friendship included a love that would tie them together. Jim and Diane married April 3, 1993, and would have celebrated their 24th wedding anniversary next month.
Jim is survived by his wife, Diane Sheives of the home; his three sons, James Daniel Sheives and wife Veronica of Houston, Texas, David Lee Sheives of Houston, Texas, James Eugene Sheives and wife Katie of Burlington, Wis.; his three stepchildren, Brenda Collins and husband Larry of Rocky Ridge, Tommy Joe Bryce and wife Leslie of Stigler, and Billy Tom Bryce and wife Brandy of Rocky Ridge; grandchildren, Taren Marcel and husband Gilbert, Thomas and Samuel Sheives, James Michael Sheives and wife Elizabeth; his sister, Kennadee Sheives; his step grandchildren, Sara Jo Smith and husband Blake, Hunter Edwards, Hannah Labor and husband Tyler, Kirsti Parsons, Misty Stephens and husband Terry, John Henry Parsons and wife Kasey, Bethany Bryce, Kasey Bryce, Hagen, Hailey and Hunter Bush; his great grandchildren, Olivia Marcel and Hazel Sheives; stepgreat-grandchildren, Carter Parsons, Evelyn Stephens and Gus Labor.
Jim is preceded in death by his parents, Marvin and Jimmie Sheives; two stepgrandchildren, Gordon Parsons and Taylor Bryce.
A Celebration of Life was held March 7 at Rocky Ridge Baptist Church with the Rev. Gary Gatlin officiating. Eulogist was Louis Oden. Arrangements were under the direction of King & Shearwood Funeral Home of Stigler.