James was born December 15, 1969 in Oklahoma City to James and Frances Hamberlin. A graduate of Chickasha High School, James proudly served his country in the U.S. Marine Corps from 1991-1995. While enlisted, the talented runner was selected to the All-Marine Track & Field Team. After serving in the Corps, James joined Vance Security Co. in Detroit, MI where he met the love of his life, Kimberly Brewer. James and Kim eventually settled in Katy, TX where Kim began a career with Shell Oil Co. while James devoted himself to a labor of love helping to raise their two daughters Angelina and McKenna.
James was a gifted athlete who excelled at any sport. He also enjoyed watching sports, especially his beloved Oklahoma Sooners. James was a friend to many, but above all, a man whose passion was his family.
James is survived by his loving wife Kim; daughters, Angelina and McKenna, mother Frances Hamberlin of Edmond OK; sister, Donna Jean Hamberlin Bogle of Norman, OK; brother, Billy Jack Hamberlin of Weatherford, OK; as well as numerous other extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his father, James L. Hamberlin.
A viewing will be held on Monday April 23rd, from 6-8 pm CST at Schmidt Funeral Home, 1508 East Avenue, Katy TX 77493, 281-391-2424.
The Celebration Service will be held at 11:00 am Tuesday April 24th at First Baptist Church of Katy, 600 Pin Oak, Katy TX 77494. 281-391-1100.
James asked that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to his daughter’s college fund at: College Invest Direct Portfolio; College Savings Plan (FBO Angelina & McKenna Hamberlin); PO Box 55355; Boston, MA 02205-5355.
