James Dean Faulkner, 79, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 26, 2024. He was born on August 1, 1944, in Kansas City, MO, to Edward Lee Faulkner and Dorothy Mary (Stears) Faulkner.

On September 6, 1974, James married the love of his life, Kathryn Joyce (Flewelling) Faulkner, in Jay, Oklahoma. Together, they built a life filled with love, family, and adventure.

An entrepreneur at heart, James owned a restaurant and a real estate company. His professional journey also included roles as a supervisor at Armco Steel and as a dedicated realtor. Beyond his career, James found joy in fishing, hunting, camping with friends, and skiing in Colorado. He was a long-term and cherished member of the JC Cowboy Church.

James is survived by his beloved wife, Kathryn Faulkner; daughter, Jamie Lynn Faulkner of Pleasant Hill, MO; sons, James Dean Faulkner II of Grain Valley, MO, and Jason Travis Faulkner of Olathe, KS; and brother, John Faulkner of Blue Springs, MO. He was a proud grandfather to seven grandchildren and two great-grandchildren.

He was preceded in death by his son Kim Bradley Faulkner, his parents and two sisters, Judith Comstock and Cheryl Brown.

A celebration of life will be held at a later date at the JC Cowboy Church in Warrensburg, MO.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the JC Cowboy Church and left in the care of Sweeney-Phillips & Holdren Funeral Home. James will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him.