James “Jim” Little, age 89, of Roane County, passed away August 2, 2020. Born in Emory Gap, Tennessee March 28, 1931, to Fred Little and Cora Love, he excelled in athletics and education as the salutatorian graduate of Rockwood’s Campbell High School in 1948; and attained a B.A. in Physical Education from Knoxville College. James was an Army veteran who served 3 years in the Korean War. He worked for Health and Human Services in Washington D.C. and JTPA in Anderson county. He was deeply passionate about helping others, especially youth, and actively served the Washington D.C. area, as well as the Roane, Anderson, and Knox county communities. James was a dedicated member of Oak Valley Baptist Church for over 35 years. He was also a proud member of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc. James lived life to the fullest and enjoyed sports.

He is survived by his children: Roslyn Eskridge, Deborah Calhoun, Mark Little, Sherri Queen, and April Little; sisters: Martha Little, Georgiana Latham, and Donna Billingsley; brothers: Fred Little, Jr. and Royce “Milton” Little; 6 grandchildren; 5 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-grandchild; a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins; and special friends: Renee Walters and Elias Kibler.

A public viewing will be held Saturday, August 15, 2020, at Evans Mortuary in Rockwood from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. eastern time. Masks are required. A private ceremony will follow with a live stream available for the public at www.evansmortuary.biz. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to “Just Lead” of Oak Valley Baptist Church 194 Hampton Road, Oak Ridge, TN 37830.