James Garland Renfrow, Sr. passed away on April 6, 2025 at the age of 86, almost 87 years old surrounded by his loving family. James was born in Winnsboro where he met and married his high school sweetheart and soulmate, Johnnie Evelyn Watson. They made their home in Watson where James worked for Dixie electric. He retired from Demco in 1989 after 32 years of service. He loved fishing on Lake St. John and frying fish for his family and friends. He was a member of Watson Baptist Church and the Denham Springs masonic Lodge # 297
He is survived by his children, Jimmy Renfrow (Allison), John Renfrow (Cynthia), Melinda Renfrow (Melinda); daughter in law, Sherry Renfrow; grandchildren, Philip Renfrow (Sarah), Catherine Johnson (Austin), Adrienne Sanders (Jeremy)Kristen Goodwin (Wesley), Matt Renfrow (Meghan), Kelcey Gomez (Kaylon), John Bryson Renfrow, Jordan Renfrow, Myles Renfrow (Avery), Chaise Welch, Abbie Renfrow, Ethan Renfrow, and Brook Alleman (Adam), Crystal Witten, Desiree Coleman, and Rocky Quick; great grandchildren, Emerson, Audrey and Colette Renfrow, William, Ann, and Christopher Johnson, James and Lucie Sanders, Alex, Mia and Drew Goodwin, Jaxson and Sofie Renfrow, Maverick and Magnolia Bardwell, Kassidy and Kane Gomez, Maddox and Owen Renfrow, Easton, Emmie Kate, Everly and Elise Welch, Ava Fabre, Ellie and Evelyn Alleman, Skylee Howes, and Jaxon Witton; and sister, Diann Whitlock (David).
He is preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Johnnie Renfrow; son, Jason Renfrow; parents, Alfred and Myrtle Renfrow; and his brother, Billy Ray Renfrow.
Pallbearers will be Matt Renfrow, Philip Renfrow, Myles Renfrow, Ethan Renfrow, John Bryson Renfrow, and Jordan Renfrow.
Heartfelt thanks and immense gratitude to his nurses, Summer, Renee, Twander, and Dionne with Audubon Hospice for their kindness and superb attentive care. We are indebted to our sister and sister-in-law, Melinda and Melinda for the many sacrifices they have made while tenderly and lovingly caring for our daddy in their home for the past three years.
Relatives and friends are invited to join the family for the visitation at Seale Funeral Home, Denham Springs on Wednesday, April 9, 2025 from 9:00 AM until the funeral service at 11:00 AM. Graveside service to follow at Evergreen Memorial Park.
2 comments
Debbie LeBlanc
April 10, 2025 at 1:33 am
A Fallen Limb
A limb has fallen from the family tree.
I keep hearing a voice that says, “Grieve not for me.
Remember the best times,
the laughter, the song.
The good live I lived while I was strong.
Continue my heritage, I’m counting on you.
Keep smiling and surely the sun will shine through.
My mind is at ease, my soul is at rest.
Remembering all, hhowI truly was blessed.
Continue traditions, no matter how small.
Go on with your life, don’t worry about falls.
I miss you all dearly, so keep up your chin.
Until the day comes we’re together again.”
When I read this poem, it so reminded me of the many times, Mr. James and I sat on the back porch watching the wind blow the limbs on the beautiful orange trees he was so proud of. Those were the sweetest oranges 🍊 I have ever had. I sure wish I would have kept the seeds of those beauties. I would plant 3 trees, One for my two children I buried, and the third in memory of a great man, some called him dad, some called him Paw Paw, some called him Uncle, mainly he was Mr James. He comforted me more times than anyone knew. I thanked him each time. He may not have understood what he was consoling me for, but I did, and that ment alot to me.
Thank you, to all the Renfrow children and grands for sharing this beautiful soul with me. I truly loved him along with his family members. I have great memories, I will hold in my heart forever.
❤️ Nanny
Ray Acardo
April 9, 2025 at 1:27 pm
Melinda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this sorrowful time. May God provide peace and comfort.
Our condolences,
Ray and Presley