James T. Sykes Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of James T. Sykes of Galva, Kansas, born in Eden, North Carolina, who passed away on February 10, 2021, at the age of 67, leaving to mourn family and friends. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Silas Sykes of Utah and Lucy May Sykes (Thomas); and his brothers, Ralph Sykes and Wayne Sykes. He is survived by: his wife Diana Kaye Cyphers; his children, Melissa Bailey (Christopher) of Phenix City, AL and Matthew Sykes (Leslie) of Norman, OK; his stepson Bruce Richardson, Jr. of McPherson, KS; his grandchildren, Tyler Johnson (Aspyn), Jesse Sykes, Keaton Johnson, Sawyer Bailey, Jadè Richardson, Coltyn Richardson and Ashton Bailey; his great grandchildren, Lexington Noah Parker and Ryker Thomas Johnson; his sister Bula Fay Conner of Eden, NC; and his sister-in-law Betty Sykes of Louisville, KY. He is also survived by nieces, nephews, extended family and friends.
Memorial donations may be given to McPherson Bassmasters or a charity of the donor's choice in care of Stockham Family Funeral Home, 205 N. Chestnut, McPherson, KS 67460.
