James Estes passed away July 29, 2011. He worked 39 years in the natural gas industry as a plant operator. He was a member of Masonic Millsap Lodge No. 1265. James immensely loved his family, friends and farming. Special thanks to American Hospice: Cindy Lynch and Doyle Wade. Survivors are wife of 30 years KaLesha R. Estes; son James O. and Shannon Estes; daughter TaLania R. Estes and Mark Sullivan; grandchildren Lillian Sullivan and Parker Estes; brother Ben Estes; sisters Patricia and Ernest Tackett, Johna and James Wicker; mother Joy Estes of Millsap and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded by father O.L. Estes and brother Henry Estes. Graveside service is Sunday July 31, 2011 at 10AM in Millsap, Texas at Fairview Cemetery.