He had lived in the area since 1963.  James served in the United States Army and was a Plant Operator for Petrochemical. 

James is survived by his sons, Jay Bean and his wife, Darlene of Silsbee and Charles Bean and his wife, Dierdra; nine grandchildren; and nine great grandchildren.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Bean.

His funeral will be Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. May 8, 2012, at Broussard’s, 490 Cemetery Road, Silsbee with burial to follow at Antioch Cemetery in Buna.  A gathering of family and friends will be Monday, May 7, 2012, 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Broussard’s.