William James Obituary

William H. "Billy" James V, 57, of Bardin passed away Monday, February 17, 2025, at his residence.
Billy was born in Oneida, New York, and had been a resident of Putnam County for the past 51 years. He grew up in East Palatka where he spent most of his life and later lived in Bardin. He was a 1985 graduate of the Palatka High School. He served honorably in the United States Army.
He was formerly employed by Georgia-Pacific in Palatka and Tamko in Green Cove Springs. He found his dream job at JLL, Inc. serving as maintenance manager in Northeast Florida. He was a Georgia Bulldogs fan. He loved his family and his grandchildren were very special to him. Billy loved the Lord and answered the call to preach the Gospel. He was ordained in 2016 and he attended the Providence Baptist Church in Bardin.
His father, William H. James IV preceded him in death.
Surviving are his wife of 34 years, Cammie James; his mother, Marion "Ma" James; three daughters, Lacey James, Stacey James, and Kacey James; daughters of the heart, Ashley and Erica Robertson; three brothers, David (Tricia) James, Craig (Kristen) James, and Josh James, and Lee Cone, whom he thought of as a brother; four sisters, Barbara (Joe) Bolduc, Becky (Tony) Thomas, Laura (Mike) Wippel, and Jenni (Ray) Register; Cammie's family, Wes and Tericia Geloneck, and Scooter Medders; two grandchildren, Jace Robertson-James and Trey Tipping; numerous nieces and nephews; and many loving friends.
Calling hours will be from 5–7 p.m. Friday, February 21, at Masters Funeral Home in Palatka. Billy's celebration of life will be 10 a.m., Saturday, February 22, at Masters Funeral Home in Palatka with Pastor Tim Plymel and Pastor Glenn Martin officiating. Burial will follow in the Providence Cemetery in Bardin with military honors bestowed by the Patriot Guard Riders.
Friends may sign the online register themastersfuneralhome.com.