James Leroy “Jim” Langford, 74, of Arnoldsburg, WV, passed away on January 27, 2024, at Stonewall Jackson Hospital, Weston, WV, at 7:35 p.m., surrounded by family, due to an extended illness.
James was born on June 3, 1949, in Gilmer County, WV, a son of the late Jeral Dean and Flora Jenkins Langford.
In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by son Aaron James Langford, step-son. Christopher McVaney, two sisters Catherine Losh and Patricia Sprouse, and one brother Jack Jenkins.
James is survived by his wife Dianna (Luzader) Langford, two grandchildren Destiny and Aaron Langford of Arnoldsburg, WV, one step-daughter Kaitlin (Johnathan) Browning of Lincoln County, WV, two sisters Scarlett Lattea of Glenville, WV and Opal (Johnnie) Glasper of North Carolina, and several nieces and nephews that he loved.
James worked as a roofer and other various jobs in his lifetime. James loved to play with his grandchildren, eat candy work on vehicles, and listen to gospel music on the radio.
James’ request for cremation has been granted. A memorial service will be held at a later date. Stump Funeral Home & Cremation, Inc., Arnoldsburg, WV, is honored to assist the Langford family with James’ final arrangements. Online condolences may be expressed at www.stumpfuneralhomes.com
