James Oaks Jr., age 66, Cynthiana, died Wednesday, May 17, 2023 at his residence. Born in Cincinnati, Ohio on June 7, 1956 to the late James Oaks Sr. and Helen McAlpin Jackson. James served in the United States Air Force earning the rank of Major. Then later retired from 3M. He was also a member of the Cynthiana Elk’s club. Besides his parents, he was preceded in death by one brother, Fredrick Joseph Mead Sr.; and a sister, Margaret Sis Belcher.
He is survived by his two sons, James (Christina) Oaks III and Steven (Amy) Oaks; a daughter, Raegan (Chance) Roberson; six grandchildren, Amber Willis, Craig Oaks, Steven Oaks II, Shelby Carol Oaks, LJ Roberson and Loni Roberson; and a great-grandchild, Cameron Price.
Funeral services will be conducted 11:00 A.M. Wednesday, May 24, 2023 at Ware Funeral Home with visitation Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 5:00 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at Ware Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Cynthiana Elk’s Lodge, 1544 US Highway 62 E. Cynthiana, Ky 41031.
Burial will be in Battle Grove Cemetery. Active Pallbearers are, Justin Williams, Steve Whitson, Mike Wachter, IV Collins, Tony Munz and Bobby Herrington. Honorary Pallbearers are Blaine Colson, Ralph Eddie, Brad Hatfield, Faye Moore, Alex Barnett and the members of The Cynthiana Elk’s Lodge #438. View and sign the guestbook at www.warefuneralhome.com.