James Byers age 63 of Ragland, passed away on Thursday, August 24, 2017. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Byers. He is survived by his Daughter, Rebecca Ryder; son, James Byers, Jr.; Sister, Pat Green; Brothers, Joe Byers and Fred Byers; Brother-in-law, Odell Green; Sisters-in-law, Betty Byers and Jane Byers; Grandchildren, Hollie Ryder, Raymond Ryder, Joseph Ryder, Kayla Byers and Kelsy Byers. Funeral Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, August 30 ^th at Bell Forestdale Chapel. Visitation will be on Wednesday from 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Bell Funeral Home Forestdale directing.