James Raydell Tims, Jr.

James Raydel Tims JR, age 51 of Lake Charles, Louisiana, passed away November 3, 2026 in Lake Charles, Louisiana. He was born on December 15, 1974 in Shreveport, Louisiana to James Raydell and Angella Suzette (Wilson) Tims, Sr.

James was married to Crystal Gale (Coker) Tims and together they had two children, Brittany Tims and Ronald Tims. He took great pride in the work he did as a butcher in the meat departments he worked in. James also worked for a while in the oil field industry, and did carpentry work as well. James and was a man with many traits and talents. He showed a caring side to everyone he met, even strangers. James would lend a helping hand when needed and without being asked.

James is survived by his two children, Brittany Tims, of Saline, Louisiana and Ronald Tims and Chevis Hood of Saline, Louisiana; granddaughters, Kimberlynn, Raylee, and Nadalee; grandsons, Ethan and Eli; sisters, Cherry Tims of Sioux City lowa, Candy Dillion of Jonesboro Louisiana, Joyce Time of Jonesboro, Louisiana, Sugar Vines of Jonesboro Louisiana; brothers, Ted Tims of Jonesboro Louisiana, Phillip Tims of Jonesboro, Louisiana, Timothy Tims of Alexander, Louisiana; and a host of nieces and nephews.

James is preceded in death by parents, James Raydell Tims, Sr. and Angella Suzette (Wilson) Tims; sister, Sherry (Tims) Simmons; wife, Crystal Tims.

James will be cremated as per his wishes.