James Walter "J.W."

Sorrell, Jr.

Dunn, NC: Mr. James Walter “J.W.” Sorrell, Jr., age 92, of Sorrell Lane passed away on Saturday, November 14, 2026 at his residence. The family will receive friends from 6:00PM-8:00PM, Tuesday, November 17, 2026 at Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Coats, NC. Funeral Services will be held 2:00PM, Wednesday, November 18, 2026 in the Rose & Graham Funeral Home Chapel in Coats. Rev. Micheal Weaver will officiate. Burial will follow in the Emma Johnson Cemetery, Jonesboro Road, Dunn, NC.

Mr. Sorrell was born in Harnett County, NC on September 19, 1934, to the late James Walter and Nettie Ennis Sorrell. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his brothers and sisters, Kenneth Sorrell, James Sorrell, Thurman Sorrell, Brookie West, Kay Sorrell, and Lunette Vaughan. Mr. Sorrell was a retired farmer and was a professional bird dog trainer all over the USA. He was an avid fisherman and outdoorsman. Mr. Sorrell was a devoted Christian and a member of Grove Presbyterian Church in Dunn where he served in many capacities as long as he was able.

Survivors include his wife of 37 years, Geneva H. Sorrell; daughter, Debbie Sorrell and husband, Billy; son, James Sorrell, III, and wife, Christina; mother of his children, Erma Jean Sorrell; step-children, Sharon Rothwell and husband, Doug, Woody Johnson and wife, Lora, Jessica Johnson and husband, Tony; grandchildren, Cathy Jackson, Maggie DiSanza; great-granddaughter, Kaitlyn Pope; sister, Margie Raynor; brother, Rev. Charles Sorrell and wife, Virginia; numerous beloved nieces and nephews.

Flowers are welcomed; however, memorials may be made to Liberty HomeCare and Hospice Services, 105 Hunt Valley Drive, Dunn, NC 28334.

The family appreciates your thoughts and prayers, and are receiving friends at other times at the home.

Arrangements by Rose & Graham Funeral Home in Coats, NC.