James Waters

James "Jim" Albert Waters James "Jim" Albert Waters, lovingly known as "Big Daddy" to his grandchildren, passed away peacefully on July 12, 2026, at the age of 89. Born on September 22, 1936, in Rio Hondo, Texas, Jim was raised on his family's farm, where he developed the strong work ethic, integrity, and love of the outdoors that would define his life. He graduated from San Benito High School and earned a Bachelor's degree in History from Abilene Christian College before beginning a career that included teaching, serving as a community organizer for the Republican Party of Texas, and working as a respected real estate broker for more than 35 years. Jim devoted countless hours to serving his community. He was a founding member and President of the Oak Ridge North Little League, served as Head Umpire, and faithfully served as a Commissioner for Montgomery County Emergency Services District No. 14 for 25 years. In retirement, he continued serving others while working at Home Depot and volunteering at Grace Crossing Church as a greeter. Jim found joy in his faith, his family, woodworking, gardening, fishing, reading, and cheering on the Houston Astros. His annual handmade Christmas keepsakes became treasured family traditions. Though often thoughtful and philosophical, he also loved a good joke and was known for his kindness, loyalty, and quiet encouragement. His greatest accomplishment was his loving marriage of 70 years to his wife, Kay Waters, and the legacy of faith and family they built together Jim is survived by his beloved wife, Kay; his children and their spouses: Jim Bob and Jonell Waters, Jackie Waters Mason, Randall Lovett and Shelley Waters, Richard Andrew Waters and Rhonda Digel, and Susan (Waters) and Vaughn Rachal; his sister Martha Waters Ingle and brother Marion (Corky) Waters; 16 grandchildren, 18 great-grandchildren, and 2 great-great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew and Alta Waters; his brothers George and Myrlos Waters; and his son, Michael Eugene Waters. A visitation will be held on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 1:00 p.m., followed by a memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at Grace Crossing Community Church of Christ at 105 FM 1488 Rd, Conroe, TX 77384. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to Sunny Glen Children's Home or Impact Houston Church of Christ. Services will be live streamed: https://vimeo.com/event/5132846

James Waters

September 22, 1936 - July 12, 2026