JAMES ELMER FORD, JR. age 75, of Estill Springs, Tenn., departed this life on Monday, August 15, 2022, at his residence, following an extended illness.  Mr. Ford was born in Baltimore, Maryland to the late James Elmer Ford, Sr. and Lydia Jean Neis Ford on September 19, 1946.  He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and served his country during the Vietnam War.  Mr. Ford was of Native American Heritage and believed and used his Native American Spirituality.  He was employed most of his life as an Automobile Mechanic and shop Manager for several different businesses.  He was also into restoring antiques and leather working.  He enjoyed any kind of aircrafts and electronics.  He also did wood working an enjoyed making Native American Flutes. He was a very unique individual with many talents.

He is survived by his wife, Katie Ford, sons: E.J. Ford and Connor Ford all of Estill Springs, Tenn.  Special Close Friends; Ken Lopez of Topeka, Kansas, Butch Clary of Virginia and Bruce Offenbacker of North Carolina.

It was Mr. Ford's wishes that he be cremated.  A Memorial Service will be held at a later date.