James Paul Bordelon, Jr.

James Paul Bordelon, Jr., was born on October 19, 1959, and passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, at the age of 66, surrounded by his family. He was reunited with the love of his life, Gloria, who he has missed dearly for the past three months.

James is survived by his mother, Cherry Garrison of Kosciusko; brothers, Randall Bordelon (Irene) of Virginia and Michael Bordelon of Tupelo; sister Jena Bethany of Kosciusko; son, Shannon Lewis (Jana) and their boys, Eli, Adam, and Aden, of Sallis; daughter, Sandi Burns and her sons, Hunter Burns (Tori) and John Burns; daughter, Amanda Bordelon-Turner and her children, Ashton Lindsey (Evan), Haley Turner, Presley Turner, and Mason Young; great-grandchildren, Swayzie Burns and Dustin Burns, and Blakely Smith, all of Tchula.

He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, Robby Robertson (Reba) and Hubert Robertson (Kay); his niece, Regan Carpenter (Chris) and their children, Colston and Swayze; his niece, Lauren Eaton (Luke) and their boys, Rob, Rhett and Vol, all of Sallis; and a host of other nieces and nephews.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Gloria Robertson Bordelon; his daughter, Courtney Bordelon; his grandson, Will Lewis; and his father, James Bordelon, Sr. 

James was a man that enjoyed the simple things in life. He was happy with $20 in his pocket, a “cold drank,” and a day spent at home in his chair. He had a gentle spirit and generous heart and was always willing to lend a hand. No matter his circumstances, whenever he was asked how he was, his reply was the same, “I’m just lovely. Thank you.” Through his kindness and the things he quietly loved, he left a lasting impression on all who knew him.

Serving as pall bearers are Chris Carpenter, Luke Eaton,  Eli Lewis, Adam Lewis, Aden Lewis, and Rob Eaton. Serving as honorary pallbearers are Colston Carpenter, Rhett Eaton, and Vol Eaton.

There will be a graveside service on Sunday, February 1, at 2:00 at Harmonia Cemetery in Sallis.

Memorials may be made to LeBonheur Children's Hospital, who treated his daughter, or to the Harmonia Cemetery Fund.