James F. Bryles, 80, of Pine Bluff, passed away peacefully Tuesday, July 23, 2019, at his home. Mr. Bryles was born August 29, 1938, in Pine Bluff, the son of the late Collice Bryles and Eula Laminack Bryles. He was reared in Pine Bluff where he graduated from Watson Chapel High School in 1956. After high school, he served his country in the United States National Guard and Army Reserve and was active in the United States Army.
He married Bonnie Sue Wafford, September 4, 1959, in Pine Bluff. Mr. Bryles was a millwork manager and retired from Greenfield Millworks in North Little Rock in 2010.
He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Bonnie Sue Bryles of Pine Bluff; his daughter, Gail (Kendon) Echols of Pine Bluff; son, Dr. Scott Bryles of Little Rock; grandson, Tyler Graham; two step granddaughters, Faith Echols and Kendra Jones; and a step-grandson, Andy Craig.
There will be no formal visitation. Graveside funeral services will be at Clement Cemetery on Friday, July 26, 2019, 10:30 a.m., with Pastor Dean Dancer officiating. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested that memorials take the form of contributions to your favorite charity. Online condolences: www.ralphrobinsonandson.com.

Published July 25, 2019