05/27/2026
James was one of our first and most loyal customers starting in 2000 when the store was new. He brightened our day when he came in daily for his healthy snacks and bodybuilding supplements. Always smiling and laughing. Thank you, James, for brightening our day for so many years! You will be missed.
Pastor Briscoe & the FBC family extend condolences to the family of James Browning.
James is the brother of Sister Georgia Dunn. We are lifting the family in prayer.
Official Obituary of
James Isom Browning
November 21, 1945 ~ May 22, 2026
80 Years Old
Obituary & Services
James Browning Obituary
James Isom Browning, age 80, Harrodsburg, husband of Stephanie Louise (Bartleson) Browning, passed away on Friday, May 22, 2026 at Ephraim McDowell Haggin Memorial Hospital in Harrodsburg. Born November 21, 1945 in Mackville, he was the son of the late Lloyd Sylvestor Sr. and Barbara Frances (Young) Browning. He was a member of the Second Street Christian Church in Danville; He 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.
Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.simsfuneralservices.com.