James Lee Murchison, Jr., "Woody", was called home on August 16, 2023, in Houston. Texas.  He was born March 25, 1953 in Memphis, Tennessee and lived there until 1969 when his family moved to Houston.

His working career spanned over 50 years, including working in the marine industry and sailing on vessels; which took him many exotic places such as China and South America.

James is preceded in life by his father, James Lee Murchison, Sr. and his mother, Hazel Gill Murchison.

He leaves behind his loving wife, Rebecca, "Threadz"; his two sons, James L Murchison, III and wife, Karen and Jeremy L Murchison; his brother, George Derry Myers and wife, Debby; sister, Louise Murchison Hite and husband, John and brother, William Arthur Murchison and partner, Jacqueline Breen.  He also leaves behind his stepchildren, Tanya Sparks and husband, Michael;  Chesley Overstreet and wife, Kristin; John Turner and wife, Richie; Warren Overstreet and partner, Aimee; Steven Kicklighter and wife, Paige.

He was a grandfather to 20 grandchildren and was lovingly referred to as Papa J, Paw Paw or even Papa the Pirate! They were all very special to him; JL, Kenna, Christian, Alyssa, Braiden, Makayla, Serenity, Jack, Max, Leni, Conner, Kaiden, Kaileigh, Coby, Colten, Steven, Kaylee, Lennox, Leo and Monroe.

His other love was his Iron Order MC family.  He loved each and every Brother with his whole heart. This brotherhood led him to his favorite charity, "Camp Hope".  Every year he loved to make the BBQ Cookoff plaques.  It brought him such joy.

The family will receive friends for a visitation from 10:00 a.m. unitl 11:00 a.m., Monday, August 21, 2023  with a service to begin at 11:00 a.m. at Claire Brothers Funeral Home, 7901 Hillcroft Street, Houston, Texas 77081.

Please, in lieu of flowers the family suggests a donation to PTSD Foundation of America.

Camp Hope Ally – PTSD Foundation of America | Providing Hope and Healing for the Unseen Wounds of War.

Arrangements have been entrusted to Claire Brothers Funeral Home.