James Franklin Harrell

James Franklin Harrell, 87, of Erwin, North Carolina, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, March 2, 2025.

A funeral service to honor James’s life will be held at 2 p.m., Friday, March 7th at First Free Will Baptist Church in Morehead City, officiated by Pastor James Bradley. Interment will follow at Gethsemane Memorial Park. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. For those unable to attend, the service can be viewed through his obituary page on Munden Funeral Home’s website. The service will remain on the Funeral Home website for 90 days.

James was born on September 15, 1937, in Gastonia, NC, to the late Yates and Catherine Harrell. A proud veteran, he served honorably in the United States Navy for many years, before retiring. After his military service, he poured his skills and dedication into building homes throughout the community, leaving a lasting impression through his craftmanship.

For over 30 years, James was a devoted member of First Free Will Baptist Church in Morehead City, where he faithfully served the Lord in all that he did. His unwavering faith and commitment to God were evident in his daily life, touching the hearts of all who knew him. James cherished his family who he loved deeply.

Those remaining to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 52 years, Regina Harrell; daughters, Kelli Harrell Miller (Christopher) of Erwin, NC, Brenda Harrell of Morehead City, NC; sons, James “Jim” F. Harrell Jr. of Georgia, David Ethan Harrell (Tara) of Henderson, NC; sister-in-law, Minnie Harrell of California; grandchildren, Warner Miller, Jonathan Harrell, Jared Harrell; and 4 great-grandchildren.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by his siblings, Margaret Mann, Gene Edward Harrell, Marie Millis, and Libby Willis.

As an expression of sympathy, flowers are welcome or memorial contributions may be made to First Free Will Baptist Church, 912 Bridges Street, Morehead City, NC 28557.

Family and friends are welcome to submit online condolences at www.mundenfuneralhome.net.

Arrangements by Munden Funeral Home & Crematory in Morehead City, NC.