Max Lyndon James

Max Lyndon James, 69, of Mooreland, passed away Friday, November 7, 2014 at his home following an extended illness. He was born February 3, 1945 in Henry County, IN to Charles Lyndon and Charline Louise (Oxley) James.

Max was employed by Cavallo Bus Lines as a motor coach driver. Max and his wife, Judy, owned and operated JuMa Tours for 22 years. This business opportunity allowed Max and Judy to travel all 50 states and lower Canadian Provinces, forming many long lasting friendships. Their mission statement has always been “Trust in Lord with all thine heart and lean not unto thy own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge Him and He will make your paths straight,” Proverbs 3: 5 & 6. “To God be the Glory, great things He has done”.

Prior to their travels, Max was an active dairy farmer, 4-H leader, school bus driver and pastor of Morningside Evangelical Christian Church. Max was a member of Center Chapel United Methodist Church where he served as Sunday school teacher, lay leader and in various other ministries. He loved spending time with his grandchildren and was an avid sports fan, especially when it came to Purdue University.

Survivors include his wife of 49 years: Judy (Johnson) James; three children: Steven James of Scottsburg, Kimberly (Mike) Dickerson of New Castle, and Jennifer (Stephen) Swim of Mt. Summit; four grandchildren: Joshua (Kate) and Jonathan James, Karen and Matthew Dickerson; three step-grandchildren: Kindsey (Austin) Howell, MaKaelin and Karlee Swim; two step-great grandchildren: Ian and Felecity Howell; his mother: Charline James of Mooreland; a sister: Phyllis (John) Battice of Mooreland; several nieces, nephews and cousins.

In addition to his father, he was preceded in death by three grandchildren: Elizabeth, Nathanel, and Zachary Dickerson.

Services will be held at 1:00 pm Wednesday, November 12, 2014 at Center Chapel United Methodist Church in Muncie with Pastor Rusty Clements officiating. Cremation will follow. Friends may call from 2 to 8 pm Tuesday, November 11, 2014 at Hinsey-Brown Funeral Service in New Castle, and from 10 am to 1 pm Wednesday at the church. Memorial contributions may be given to The Little Red Door of Henry County, 1201 Race St. New Castle, IN 47362 or Center Chapel United Methodist Church, 900 W. Royerton Rd., Muncie, IN 47303. Online condolences and memories may be shared at www.hinsey-brown.com .