James Bryant Cantrell

January 30, 1929 - November 21, 2017

Spartanburg – James Bryant Cantrell passed away peacefully at his Spartanburg home on Tuesday, November 21, at the age of 88. He was the loving husband of Joan Littell Cantrell for 66 years and the son of L. H. and Lois Morrison Cantrell. In addition to his wife, James is survived by his two sons, Chris (Bonnie) and Danny (Lucy); three grandchildren, Adam Cantrell (Beth), Hayley Sater (Rob), Suzanne Gosnell (Lee) and six great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his sister Doris Rogers and brother Harold Cantrell. James was a graduate of Spartanburg High School and Wofford College (class of ’49) and supported both faithfully his entire life. Upon graduation he enjoyed a career in banking and finance as a branch manager, vice-president, and board member. He was a member of the Optimist, Sertoma, and Lions Club and rarely met a stranger. James took pride in his church and filled multiple roles when called on. He was one of the founding members of Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church and helped in an advisory role to aid in its growth and expansion. After retiring from banking, James volunteered for Mobile Meals for seventeen years and it was at his request that in lieu of flowers donations be made to Mobile Meals, Inc., PO Box 461, Spartanburg, SC 29304. A Celebration of Life service will be 3:30 p.m., Saturday, December 2, 2017 at Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church, 4455 Anderson Mill Road, Moore, SC 29369 officiated by Dr. D. J. Horton. The Cantrell family offers their sincere thanks to the people in the SRMC Hospice Care group for their compassionate assistance.