James Clinton Depriest entered this earthly world on July 3, 1950 in Tupeelo, MS to the union of the late Clinton and Joyce Depriest.

He was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend whose life was marked by integrity, compassion and service to others. A proud and dedicated Mason for many years. He embraced the values of brotherly love, relief and truth, touching countless lives through his kindness and generosity.

He confessed Christ into his life. He served faithfully on the Deacon Board at Zion Chapel Church under the leadership of Pastor Melvin Taylor and later under the leadership under Pastor Michael Diggs.

James a graduated from Carver High School and later served 8 years in the United States Army. He was employed with Crompton for over 10 years and later gained employment with Delta Asphalt for over 30 years.

He found great purpose in helping others, supporting his community and fostering lasting friendships through his Masonic work. His wisdom, strength of character and unwavering commitment to family and faith will be remembered by all who knew and loved him. James was preceded in death by his loving wife: Gussie Mae DePriest; daughter: Brenda Lee Campbell; three brothers: Barron Campbell, Alvin Donnell Mallard and Nathan Campbell, III; three sisters: Bernice Campbell-Smith, Debra Whiteside and Lou Ellen Campbell; and his stepfather: Nathan Campbell, Jr. On Sunday, May 31, 2026, James departed this life in Jonesboro, AR and transitioned to his eternal home. His memories will be cherished by his: two daughters: Farris Depriest (Bruce), Jonesboro, AR and Theresa (James) Martin, Luxora, AR; four sons: James (Tara) Depriest, Augusta, GA, Vandie (Sha) James, Luxora, AR, Lloyd (Martha) Morris, Denver, CO and Bobbie Morris, Anamosa, IA, two sisters: Mary Joyce , Luxora, AR and Joyce Ann Hoskins, West Memphis, AR; four brothers: Jimmy (Connie) Depriest and Ricky Campbell, Luxora, Curtis Campbell, Lithionia, GA and Lloyd Campbell, Luxora, AR his auntie: Sadie White, Chicago, IL 22 grandchildren, 10 great grandchildren, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins friends and his church family.

A visitation to honor James’s life will be held on June 6, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at Zion Chapel Missionary Church in Luxora, AR. Following the visitation, friends and family are invited to attend a funeral service at 2:00 PM. Burial will be at Whiteside Cemetery in Osceola, AR.