Wayman "Huggie Bear" James, age 46, of Russellville, died Saturday, November 6, 2021, at Baptist Health in Conway. He was born September 18, 1975, in Little Rock.

He was an employee of ConAgra of Russellville. He enjoyed hunting and fishing, and spending time outdoors.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Ann Williams; a son, Kilo James; and a brother, Brodrick Willis.

He is survived by his father, Robert Thompson; a daughter and a son-in-law, Mashaela and Wyat Rhoades; a step-son, Jaquawn Bobo; four brothers, John Williams, Tyrone Willis, Marty Stewart and Dennis Thompson; and three sisters, Tywondia James, Tiffany Thompson and Javanna Willis.

A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m., Thursday, November 11, 2021, at the Shinn Chapel, with visitation to follow the service. Arrangements are  under the direction of Shinn Funeral Service of Russellville.

The online obituary and guestbook are available at www.shinnfuneral.com.