With heavy hearts, we announce the death of James Rector of Louisville, Kentucky, who passed away on July 8, 2024 at the age of 96. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his parents, Oscar Rector and Mary Blades Rector; his wife Charlene McKnight Rector; his daughters, Sandra Cornelius and Glynneva "Jean" Rector; and his sister Euleen Rickard.

He is survived by : his children, Laura Lucas (Brad), Tom Rector, Jr. and Terry Lee Thompson (Larry); and his grandchildren, Richie Cornelius, Chad Cornelius, Rodney Coulter, Amy Jones and Lindsey Luckett. He is also survived by six great grandchildren; three great great grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Saturday, July 13th 2024 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Fern Creek Funeral Home (5406 Bardstown Rd, Louisville, KY 40291). A memorial service was held on Saturday, July 13th 2024 at 12:00 PM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider contributions to The Salvation Army.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Fern Creek Funeral Home