James Neal Hershey, 61, of League City, Texas, passed away on October 9, 2026, in Texas City, Texas. He was born August 18, 1965, in Port Arthur, Texas.

James was a self-employed contractor, entrepreneur, and businessman. Throughout his career, he founded and led several successful ventures, including serving as the Founder and President of Scope Management Solutions. His entrepreneurial spirit also led him into the trucking and restaurant industries, where he built lasting relationships and earned the respect of colleagues and customers alike.

James was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who took great pride in his family.

He was preceded in death by his mother, Linda Faye Woodard; father, Marvin Charles Hershey; grandparents, Jessie Ophelia Hershey, Arnold Chase Hershey, Lilly Faye Coley, and Orlando John “Bob” Coley; brother, Charles Owen Wilkinson; nephew, Johnny Eugene Wilkinson Jr.; and cousin, Andante Harris.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 32 years, Kelly Hershey; daughter, Gina Glenn and husband John; daughter, Lee Dawn Hershey and wife Julia; and children, Christopher Hershey, Dustin Rankin, Hailey Hershey, and Hannah Hershey.

He is also survived by his cherished grandchildren, Britten Glenn, Maylee Glenn, Elle Wolfe, Jaylynn Hershey, Melody Rankin, Oliver Rankin, and Allison Rankin; siblings, Lindsey Hershey and Johnny Wilkinson; Johnny’s children, Charlie and Harley; aunt Pat and uncle Don Muir, and their children, Arnold, Sidney, and Melissa; and many other deeply cherished family members.

James will be remembered for his determination, generosity, entrepreneurial drive, and unwavering love for his family. His legacy lives on through the many lives he touched and the family he loved so dearly.

A memorial service will be held on November 7, 2026, at 11:00 a.m. at Hamby Church of Christ.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that friends and loved ones honor James by sharing a kind act or helping someone in need, reflecting the generous spirit by which he lived.