James Edward Penn, age 85, of Benton, was born October 15, 1939 in Lake Village, Arkansas to Tom & Lois Wright Penn and passed away April 14, 2025.

He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Mary Brooks; and two brothers, Harold and William Penn.

James is survived by his wife of 63 + years, Uvadelle Penn; daughter, Jayme Sublett; son, Mark Penn (Sherry); four grandsons, Austin Sublett (Ashley), Matthew Penn (Tasha), Zachary Penn (Stephanie), and Joshua Penn (Marie); five great-grandsons, Landon Penn, Luke Penn, Hunter Penn, Keaton Jameson Penn, and Logan Sublett; one great-granddaughter, Harper Sublett; brother, Gary Penn (Mary); special niece, Kristi Penn Hampel; and numerous nieces & nephews.

Graveside services will be 10:00 a.m. Thursday, April 17 at Ten Mile Cemetery on Hwy 70.  Bro. Robbie Horne and Bro. John Bagby will be officiating.

Memorials may be made to Mt. Harmony Missionary Baptist Church.