James H. Templin, 83, of Houston formerly of Tenaha, passed away Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at his residence.

 

Services will be 11:30 a.m. Saturday, October 24, 2015 at Mangum Funeral Home Chapel. Burial will follow at Ramah Cemetery in Tenaha. Visitation will be prior to service on Saturday beginning at 10.

 

He was born May 17, 1932 in Shelby County to James Hubbard Templin and Reba “Della” Templin. He served in the US Army and the US Navy.

 

He is preceded in death by his Parents, James and Della Templin, Wife, Annie Marie (Brennon) Templin, Son, James Hubbard Templin, III and Sister, Betty.

 

He is survived by:

Companion:

Alice Taylor of Houston

Children:

Eddie Gurka & wife, Melanie of Arkansas

Rebecca Butcher & husband, David of Houston

Carlene Garrick & husband, Lynn of Montgomery

Patricia Gurka

Numerous Grandchildren & Great Grandchildren

Brothers:

John Templin & wife, Margaret of DeQuincy, LA

Dan Templin & wife, Loyce of Hallsville