James Ronald Begley age 69 years and 2 days of Clarksville, Tennessee, passed away Sunday, June 21, 2015. In accordance to Mr. Begley's wishes, his remains were cremated. A memorial service will be held at a later date in Big Stone Gap, Virginia. He was born June 19, 1946 in Knoxville, Tennessee to Turk T. Begley and Hazel (Grindstaff) Begley. James was a retired Veteran of the U.S. Army, working as a supply specialist for over 24 years. Preceding him in death are his parents, and a brother, Don Begley. Survivors include his children, Scott Eldridge of Clarksville, Tennessee, and Jessie May DeMars; a brother, Marvin Begley of Knoxville, Tennessee; and a sister, Jean Meadows of Revelo, Kentucky. Hickman-Strunk Funeral Home served the family of Mr. James Ronald Begley.