James Daniel McPherson
June 5, 1980-October 7, 2022
James Daniel McPherson, aged 42, crossed through Heaven’s gates to be with Jesus on October 7, 2022 after a courageous battle with cancer.
He is survived by his soul-mate Susanna Lynn Hill of Fayetteville, Arkansas; his parents Pamela McPherson of Lincoln, Arkansas and Danny McPherson of Fayetteville, Arkansas; three siblings Aaron McPherson of Lincoln, Arkansas; Rachel Benning (husband David) of Nashville, Illinois and Molly Schopper (husband Jeremy) of Gentry, Arkansas. He also leaves behind 11 nieces and nephews: Donovan, Aaron Jr. and Emma McPherson, Conner Brunson, Olivia, Truman and Virgil Benning; and Anabelle, Abigail, Jeremy Jr., Lillian and Brody Schopper.
James, known as Jamie to family, died peacefully at his home in Lincoln, Arkansas surrounded by his loved ones. He was born on June 5, 1980 at North Arkansas Regional Medical Center in Harrison, Arkansas to Danny and Pamela McPherson.
James was a 1998 graduate of Greenland High School. He participated in sports and excelled in band, Math and Science. He went on to graduate from the Ultimate Medical Academy in Tampa, Florida with an Associate of Science Degree in 2012.
James was employed by Wal-Mart for 21 years. He spent the last 10 years working as a Pharmacy Lead Technician at Martin Luther King, Jr. Boulevard in Fayetteville.
James enjoyed several hobbies. He was a loyal member of his World of Warcraft Guild, Angels by Night. He loved woodworking, gardening, and his “guard” cat, Dew-Drop. He also enjoyed being on the lake fishing with his family. He was a huge Arkansas Razorback fan, whenever they got the chance he and Susanna loved to “Call the Hogs.”
Friends and family are welcome to attend Jamie’s visitation and funeral at the Luginbuel Funeral Home in Prairie Grove on Monday, October 10, 2022. Visitation will be held from 9-10am with the funeral services immediately following. A private interment will be held in Protem, Missouri.