James E Humphrey, age 77, passed away Saturday, August 27, 2022, in his home in Santa Fe, Tennessee.
James was born on April 4, 1945, to the late Elton Humphrey and Minnie Mae Himes Humphrey in Santa Fe, Tennessee.
James’s world revolved around hard work. His determined personality got him far in life. From a young age, James ran whiskey for his father during the Prohibition Era. After so much time, he used all his savings to buy his first excavator and that’s how history was made. James had a knack for operating heavy equipment and thoroughly enjoyed making things happen with his own two hands. He was known as “CatMan”, not only because of his talent with operating Caterpillar equipment but also because of the army of cats he cared for.
Those left to cherish his memory are his sister, Annie Himes; niece: Megan Humphrey; cousins: Robert Humphrey (Lori King), Dianne Bennett, Karen Barnes, Scott Humphrey; and ex-wife: Naomi Humphrey.
James is preceded in death by his siblings: Johnny Humphrey, Gerald Humprey, and Bertha Mae Shouse.
Pallbearers are Craig Humphrey, Ricky Montgomery, Frank Turpin, Richard Sudder, Jeff Davis, and Kenny Manire.
In lieu of flowers, please consider all of James’ beloved cats in this time of need by donating cat food.
The care of Mr. James Humphrey and his family has been entrusted to the staff of Williams Funeral Home. To share words of comfort and condolences, please visit www.williamsfh.com.
