IDABEL, Okla.—James Hankins, 79, of Idabel died Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at his home.

Mr. Hankins was born Dec. 24, 1928, in Tom, Okla. He was a store owner and a former employee of Williams Grocery Store. He was preceded in death by his wife, Joyce Hankins.

Survivors include four brothers, Robby Hankins and Billy Hankins of Idabel and Bobby Hankins and Johnny Hankins of Pleasant Hill community; and a number of other relatives.

Graveside services will be 2 p.m. Saturday at Tom Cemetery. Burial will be under direction of Conley-White Funeral Home.