James Hammons

Memorial services for James Hammons, of Hugo, Okla., will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, April 21, 2022 at Miller & Miller Funeral Home Chapel. James passed away April 13, 2022, at the age of 62.

James R. Hammons was born on Jan. 19, 1960 in Bakersfield, Calif., the son of Bill Hammons and Ethel (Peters) Hammons. He was preceded in death by his mother; beloved son, Brian James Hammons and brother, Tim Hammons.

James was a graduate of Neosho High School and played football for the Neosho Wildcats. He lived for more than 50 years in California and worked in the oilfield. He later bought land in Hugo and moved his family to Oklahoma. James was a long-haired hippy who loved classic rock and roll and cracking jokes. He was a family man who put his family first and especially loved his grandkids. James enjoyed being in the country and loved life and lived it to the fullest. He will be deeply missed by his family and friends.

James is survived by his father, Bill Hammons; daughter, Cristin Nichole Hammons of Hugo; a daughter-in-law; five grandchildren; brothers: Kenny Hammons, Ceven Hammons and Billy Hammons.

Bro. Chad Austin will officiate the service, under the direction of Miller & Miller Funeral Home.