James Stikes

Mr. James Russell ?Russ? Stikes, age 81 of Sparta, NC died Monday, February 4, 2008 at his home. Mr. Stikes was born November 11, 1926 in Grayson County, VA. He was preceded in death by his parents; Carl Hamm and Lockie Stike, his wife; Frankie Medley Stikes, son; Willard Stikes, grandson; Larry Evans Jr. and great-grandson; David White Jr. Funeral services will be held at 3:00 PM Thursday, February 7, 2008 at Badger Funeral Home Chapel by Rev. Reeves Jones and Rev. Lloyd Day. Burial will follow in the Poe Cemetery. The family will receive friends from 7:00 - 9:00 PM Wednesday, Feb. 6th at Badger Funeral Home. Mr. Stikes is survived by: One daughter: Karen Fender and husband Robert of Laurel Springs, NC Son: Jerry Stikes and wife Nancy of McGrady, NC Step-son: Spencer Medley and wife Tracey of Columbia, SC Four sisters: Carrie Mullis, Mabel, Bonnie and Virginia Parsons all of Sparta One daughter in law: Lorrene Stike of Sparta, NC Grandchild: Crystal Deleon and great-grandchildren Pepe and Rosie all of the home 12 grandchildren, 25 great-grandchildren, 3 step-grandchildren, 15 step-great grandchildren Several nieces & nephews In lieu of flowers memorials may be made to the family c/o Badger Funeral Home PO Box 139 West Jefferson, NC 28694 You may email your condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home is in charge of the arrangements.