James Allen Burley “Jimmy” was born May 19, 1979 in Sand Point, Idaho. Jimmy departed life in Elkins, AR at his home on October 16, 2020 at the age of 41.
Jimmy was loved and he loved so many, but none more than his nieces and nephews, they were the light of his life. Each one holding a special place in his heart. He loved each and everyone of them as if they were his own. He loved to be outdoors, landscaping and working on old trucks. He loved all his friends and never met a stranger, always willing to give a hand to anyone in need. His dogs were his greatest companions. One of his friends said “He taught me to accept what life had dealt you and rise above it. Not once did he ever let his disability get him down or stop him from doing what he wanted to do, I really looked-up to him.” No matter what went on in his life he always had a plan for tomorrow!
Jimmy is preceded in death by his dad, Larry Kellar; a nephew, Adam Summers; and his maternal grandparents, Thelma Flowerday and Dean Burley.
He is survived by his wife, Jennifer Burley of Casa Grande, AZ; his mother, Jena Swan (Steve) of Fayetteville, AR; sister, Sharlene “Krissy” Hamilton (Matt) of Mammoth Spring, AR; brother, Aaron Kellar (LeAnne) of Fayetteville, AR; sister, Juliann “Julie” Bailey of Fayetteville, AR; a stepbrother, Paul Swan; nieces, Rhylee (Goose) Faux, Riverlyn (Moobiloo) Jones, Raygen (Bam bam) Kellar and Calypso (Cletus) Faux; his nephews, Hunter (Beanpole) Hamilton, Colton (Butterball) Hamilton, Zayden (Zay Mator) Jones, Evan (Sabu) Summers and Clan (Grunt) Faux; his “boys” Zeus and Titus; and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. He will be missed and remembered by all that knew him.
Pallbearers are Charlie Faux, Paul Kellar, Jobe McLarty, Jimmy Davis, Randal Burley and Nathan Adams. Honorary pallbearers are Sharlene Hamilton, Aaron Kellar, Juliann Bailey, Matt Hamilton, Steve Swan and Paul Swan.
Graveside services will be 2:00 PM Wednesday, October 28, 2020 in Kings Cemetery with Brother Phillip Jenkins officiating.
There is no scheduled visitation.
He was a wonderful boyfriend, I will never forget him . I love him and he will missed by us we, may he rest in peace and know he was loved by many.with love Anngala Jacobs (Angie-Marcel)
The river going south to kings was one of our fishing spots. We just went fishing there in September. Jimmy loved fishing, biking, walking through salvage yards, sitting around a fire with friends and listening to music. family meant everything to Jimbo. He thought the world of his Dogs and was Die-hard Chevy man. He was my greatest chess opponent and I will miss our long matches, I will also miss all of our silly conversations. RIP My brother
Jimmy was my best friend. 21 years ago we net each other and just hit it off. We’ve done everything together mostly We rode bicycles all over fayetteville. We shared some hardcore laughs, shared some not so great moments. Even when life sent us in other directions we still tried to be there for each other. He will be forever missed.
The bridge south of kings was one of our fishing spots, We just went in September and Jimmy had a ball he had cought more fish than usual I out my rod down so I could help him with all the fish he was catching, I love that that last trip was so fun for him. He really loved the outdoors and everything it has to offer. He loved riding bikes, Riding in old trucks down dirt roads,
he enjoyed walking through salvage yards and smelling inside the mold cars and trucks, loved a good bond fire and listening to music. Family was really important to Jimmy and he thought the world of his Dogs. He was a die-hard Chevy man and my greatest chess opponent. I will miss our long matches as well as our bike rides and silly conversations. RIP My Brother
The little bridge just before kings was one of our Little fishing spots. We just went in September. He was a good friend and he loved his family very much so. Thought the world of his Dogs and was a die-hard chevy man. Would give the shirt right off his back for anyone. And was Loved by many across this great land. He loved being outdoors, biking, fishing, walking through salvage yards, & sitting around a good fire. He was my greatest chess opponent and I will miss our long matches, And silly conversations. Rest in peace my Brother
The bridge just north of Kings was one of our little fishing spots we had just went there in September. Jimmy had a ball that day and for some reason he got all the fish he just laughed I put another worm on and he would cast again and it seemed like only seconds went by before he got another one I’m really glad that he had fun that day, but he loved the outdoors and everything it had to offer. He loved riding bikes, riding in old trucks, traveling down dirt roads, walking through salvage yards, setting around a good fire, listening to music and spending time with friends. He really loved his family and thought the world of his dogs he was a die-hard Chevy man my greatest just opponent I don’t miss our long matches bike rides and silly conversations rest in peace my brother
Memories I hold on to, fly high kiddo love mom
Jimmy I love you bubba. Oh how I miss you greatly. You were the best big brother any gal could have. I have so many memories and will keep you in my heart always. You are so loved by so many. Fly high big brother til we meet again. I love you always “Ralph” ❤️ Your sister Steve
He was one of the greatest friends a person could have. He will dearly missed but never for gotten. He always would help you out if could. Love ya Until we see each other again