James Richard Mallory, age 76, was born to John Oscar and Louise Mary Elmer Mallory in Cincinnati, Ohio and passed away on July 28, 2021 in Murfreesboro, Tennessee. He served in the 91st Bombardment Wing Strategic Air Command in the Vietnam War as a Sargent in the Air Force. James was a manager with Firestone and owned Jim and Juniors Bait Shop on Peavine Road. He also coached Amateur Athletic Union Basketball for 2 years.
He is survived by his son, Jonathan Mallory (Leslie); grandchildren, Nathan and Nora Mallory; and siblings, Kay Parrish.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and sister, Charlene Mallory Korte.
The family will receive friends on Thursday, August 5, 2021 from 11 to 1 at Crossville Memorial Funeral Home. Funeral services for James will also be held on Thursday following visitation with Joseph Buck officiating. He will be laid to rest in Crossville City Cemetery.
RIP brother. It was such an honor to sit with you during your final days. I will remember you.
Your sister in arms
Gretchen Smith
Code of Vets, Founder
God bless you Jim and thank you for your service to our country.
I went to both elementry and high school with Jim and considered him a friend.
Rest in peace Jim, we had a lot of fun while being school and team mates at both Perpetual Help and Providence High School.