James Richard Hembree, age 81, of Rockwood, passed away at Methodist Medical Center on October 29, 2023. He was born August 31, 1942 in Rockwood. He worked for many years at K25. He also trained police dogs and raised miniature horses. He was a member of the Elks Lodge and the Eagles Lodge. He loved to sing.

He was preceded in death by his parents: Lawrence and Edith Hembree; brother: Robert Hembree; son: Heath Hembree; and his wife: Rhonda Kay Lindsay Hembree.

He is survived by his children; Dana Keylon (Tim) of Kingston, Dee Dee Wallace (Chuck) of Kingston, Michelle Berrier (Tim) of Harriman, and Tracy Harrison (Amanda) of Arnold, MO.; and grandchildren: Adam Keylon, Zack Keylon, Hunter Hembree, Savannah Henes (Andrew), Kaylee Berrier, Addison Berrier, Sara Harrison, Trevor Harrison, Greystone Harrison, and Leona Menedez.

Cremation arrangements have been made and per his wishes, no formal service will be held. A private interment will be held at a later date.

Evans Mortuary in Rockwood is serving the family.