James (Jimmy) Donnell Sherrod, son of the late Mack and Maude Sherrod was born on February 12, 1949 in Jonesboro, Arkansas and departed this life on November 8, 2024 at NHC in Kennett, Missouri at the age of 75 years.

James married Sandra Ham on July 18, 1969.  Together they had two daughters, Leah Sherrod-Neel and Laura Craig.

James was a combat veteran of the United States Army and served his country during the Vietnam War 1969-1971.

Survivors include:  His wife of 56 years, Sandra Sherrod of Senath

One daughter:  Laura of Kennett

Three grandchildren:  Holly Harris of St. Louis, MO; Annalea Craig of Kennett, Missouri; and Jon Clark Harris of Jackson Missouri.

One sister: Mary Anna (Jim) White.

Jim is also survived by other relatives and many friends.

He was preceded in death  by his parents, a sister, Betty Sue Whitehead and his daughter, Leah

Graveside service will be Sunday, November 10, 2:00 P.M. at the Senath Cemetery with Rev. Doug Clinton officiating.

The visitation will be Sunday beginning at 1:00 P.M. at McDaniel Funeral Home and continue until service time.

Honored to serve as pallbearers: Bryan Craig, Joe Sherrod, Angel Castro, Sr., Angel Castro, Jr.

The family would like to give a special thank you to the care received from NHC Kennett, and from Legacy Hospice.

McDaniel Funeral and Cremation Service of Senath in charge of the arrangements.