Ethel James of Tulsa passed away November 8th, 2025. She was born February 1, 1930 in Elkland, Missouri to William and Della Keeling. She is survived by her son, Bill James. She was preceded in death by her parents, her brothers Paul and Ira Keeling and her husband Carl James.

After retiring from Tulsa Public Schools cafeteria, she volunteered at her son's business, Bill's Quaily Automotive. During her time as a customer shuttle and parts delivery driver she enjoyed meeting and making friends with the customers and vendors. Her favorite hobbies were fishing and vegetable gardening.

After moving to The Parke Assisted Living Center, she enjoyed all the activities available with new friends and discovered a love for painting. She was a member of The Assembly Church in Broken Arrow for many years.

Graveside Service will be 1:00 P.M., Thursday, November 13, 2025 at Memorial Park Cemetery, 5111 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, OK. Moore Southlawn 918-663-2233