James

Akridge

James Wesley Akridge, age 93, of Leitchfield, passed away, Sunday, November 8, 2026, at his residence.

He was born September 4, 1933, in Jefferson County to the late Bruce and Cleo Terry Akridge.

James was a lifetime farmer, businessman, and the owner of Big Clifty Service and Supply Inc. He was an elder and member of the Clarkson Church of Christ. He even did missionary work in Ukraine for 30 years and helped establish several churches.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife of 69 years, Charlene Pope Akridge; two sons, Larry and Steve Akridge; two brothers, Kenneth and Donald; and a sister, Ruth.

He is survived by five sons, John (Valerie), Keith (Peggy), Bruce (Tami), Michael (Ann), and David (Kim); two sisters, Margie and Janet; 17 grandchildren; and several great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren.

Funeral services will be held at 11 AM (CT), Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Clarkson Church of Christ with Reed Young and Caleb Conley officiating. Burial will follow in the Clarkson Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 4 PM to 8 PM (CT), Friday at the Clarkson Church of Christ and starting again after 9 AM (CT) on Saturday until time of service.