James Lee Graham Jr., of Rockford departed this earthly life December 15, 2021. He was born April 11, 1950 in Forest City, Arkansas the son of James Sr. and Luella Graham. James lived in Rockford since 1968 coming from Arkansas. He married Doretta, she preceded him in death. James was employed as an assembler by Chrysler Corporation 21 years before retiring. He attended schools in Arkansas.

James leaves to cherish many loving memoires, son, Gregory (Christina) Green; three daughters, Tammy Saxton, Marsha Saxton, and Linda (Richard) Johnson; brother, Bobby (Ruth) Graham; and sisters, Barbara (Dexter) Davis and Elnora Campbell; a host of other relatives and friends. He was predeceased by his parents, two sisters, Mary Graham- Hillard and Lula Mae Graham -Bailey and two brothers, Linsey and Charles Graham;

Service will be held 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 22, 2021 at Carl E. Ponds Funeral Home Inc. 200 N. Johnston Ave. Visitation will be held from 12:00 noon until the time of service.