James Isom Browning

James Isom Browning, age 80 of Harrodsburg, husband of Stephanie Louise (Bartleson) Browning, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Ephraim McDowell Haggin Memorial Hospital.  Born November 21, 1945 in Mackville, he was the son of the late Lloyd Sylvester Sr. and Barbara Frances (Young) Browning. He was a member of the Second Street Christian Church in Danville and was a retired service technician for Atmos Energy Corporation in Danville. James liked to sing and exercise but loved watching old westerns on television.

Survivors include: his wife of 42 years Stephanie Louise (Bartleson) Browning, two daughters Jessica Dale Browning of Harrodsburg and Azelia (Timothy) Campbell of Louisville, two sons Jeff Guest and Devonne Smith both of Danville. He was also survived by four sisters Georgia Dunn of Lexington, Judy (Kenneth) Jones, Mary (John) Harris and Barbara Meaux all of Harrodsburg. James was also survived by a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews; five very special friends Stephone Wilkinson, Brandon Goins, Jeff Anglin, Bobby Jones and Raymond Sullivan. He was also survived by his special caregiver of five years Geri Souder.   He was preceded in death by two brothers Lloyd Browning Jr. and Johnny Browning.

Funeral services will be conducted at 1:00 pm, Friday, May 29, 2026 at Sims Funeral Services by Bro. Jerry Wilkinson. Burial will follow in the Maple Grove Cemetery in Harrodsburg.

Pallbearers are Shane Dunn, D.K. Meaux, Brandon Goins, Nicholas Smith, Lyndon Smith, and Capone Smith.

Visitation will be Friday, May 29, 2026 from 10:00 am until the time of services at Sims Funeral Services.

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