James L. Chamblee

James L. Chamblee 

Mr. James L. Chamblee, age 83, and a resident of Morton, passed away on Wednesday, March 12, 2025, at St. Dominic Hospital in Jackson, Mississippi.

A funeral service will be held at 11:00 on March 18, 2025 at Still Blessed Worship Center, with Rev. Brother Aaron Wood officiating. Friends, family, and all who knew and loved James are invited to celebrate his life and legacy. Flowers, donations, and condolences may be sent to Ott and Lee in Morton, Ms.

James Chamblee, age 83, went home to be with the Lord, leaving behind a legacy of love, faith, and devotion that will never be forgotten. His life was a testament to the goodness of God, and his unwavering faith was the foundation on which he built everything he held dear. He was a proud and devoted member of Still Blessed Worship Center in Morton, where he found great joy in worshiping and fellowshipping with his church family.

James greatest accomplishments were not measured by worldly success, but by the love he poured into his family and the fullness of his life in Jesus Christ. He was a man who believed in the power of prayer, the beauty of worship, and the strength of unconditional love. His spirit could light up any room, and his presence brought warmth, comfort, and an undeniable sense of peace to those around him. He was truly one of a kind; his kindness, his laughter, and his faith filled heart left an imprint on every soul he encountered.

One of James greatest joys in life was his family, especially his six grandchildren, whom he loved beyond measure. They were the light of his life, and he would not have traded a single moment with them for anything in the world. He held every member of his family close to his heart, cherishing each relationship whether near or far, close or distant because to James, family was everything. While he loved all of his grandchildren deeply, there was a special place in his heart for his little Reid Isaac Revette (Paws Man), who was his pride and joy. Reid was more than just a grandchild to James; he was his baby, his special boy, and the light that made his heart shine even brighter.

James found his greatest earthly love in his beloved wife, Bonnie Chamblee. Theirs was a love story written by God’s own hand. He was not searching when he found her, but the Lord knew they were meant to walk through life together. Their love was more than just companionship; it was a bond of soulmates, a partnership built on faith, trust, and a deep, abiding love that never wavered. They were each other’s greatest blessing, a reflection of God’s perfect timing and plan.

James had a deep passion for worship, and one of his greatest joys was sitting at the piano, singing his precious heart out in church. His voice, filled with love and devotion, was not just music but a testimony, a way of spreading the joy of the Lord to all who listened. He didn’t just worship; he lived his faith every single day, touching countless lives with his kindness, wisdom, and unwavering belief in God’s grace.

Though he has left this earthly home, James spirit will forever live on in the hearts of those who loved him. His love, his laughter, his faith, and his unwavering devotion to his family will never fade. He has now entered into the arms of his Savior, hearing the words, “Well done, my good and faithful servant.”

James Chamblee will be dearly missed but never forgotten. His legacy of love, faith, and family will continue to shine through the lives he touched. Though our hearts are heavy, we find peace in knowing that he is rejoicing in Heaven, singing louder than ever before.

May his memory be a blessing, and may his love live on forever.

He was preceded in death by:

His parents, Clifton Chamblee and Lizzie Moore Chamblee, and his son, Mitchell Glenn Revette.

Survivors include:

His loving wife, Bonnie Chamblee; his five children, Jeremy Paul Revette (wife Miriam Revette), Mitchell’s wife (Nikita Revette), Nancy Norwood, Crystal Newbold, and Teresa Townsend; his brother, William Chamblee; and his sister, Betty Sue Hughes.

His grandchildren:

Dylan Revette, Rachel Revette, Levi Revette, Joseph Revette, Reid Revette (Paws Man), and Lauren Revette.

He also leaves behind a whole host of grandchildren as well as great-grandchildren, all of whom he cherished deeply.