James Edward Lasley

It is with great sadness that the family of James E. Lasley announce his passing away on August 20, 2021, after a long battle with cancer. He was born September 28, 1955, in Monette, AR, and was a longtime resident of Jonesboro. He spent the last 40 years as a truck driver and heavy equipment operator mostly for Meadows Contractors. He loved hunting, watching old westerns, and was very fond of a good practical joke. James was an active member of the Community of Christ Kids Bible Club.

He is survived by his wife of 21 years, Lou Ann Lasley; daughters, Tiffany Leal (Francisco) and Casey McCann (Tony); sons, Chris Lasley (Savannah) and Dennis Lasley (Lauren); grandchildren, Amy McCann, Jamie and Alysha Moreno, Anabeth and Piper Hottinger, Athena and Natalia Leal, Elijah and Gabriel McCann (Elaina), all of Jonesboro; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Dennis and Maude Coots Lasley; sisters, Marie Foust, Della Lock, and Jewell Ballew; half-sisters, Stella Emerick and Ora Mae Ward; half-brothers, Frank and Harvey Upton; great-granddaughter, Aurora McCann.

A visitation will be held August 27, 2021, from 6pm to 7pm at Emerson Funeral Home. A memorial service will follow directly after at 7pm, with Minister Bruce Primm officiating.

Memorial donations in memory of James can be sent to the Community of Christ Kids Bible Club Church. 402 W Woodrow, Jonesboro AR, 72401.