James Thomas “Shorty” Sosebee, 73, a lifetime resident of Hood County, passed away on Thursday; December 10, 2020.
James “Shorty” as he was affectionately known by his family and friends was born November 14, 1947 in Granbury, Texas to DeForrest and Jewell Marrs Sosebee. He was of the Pentecostal faith and was a man of God. “Shorty” was a very loving husband and father and was a hardworking man who loved to build things with his hands. He also loved music and he loved to dance.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Elizabeth Alberta Sosebee, a brother, Donald Lee Sosebee and a sister, Clarabel Sosebee.
“Shorty” is survived by his son, Rodney Sosebee; daughter, Dora Sosebee and Karen; son, Dee Forest Sosebee; sisters, Marlene Nelson, Alice Brister, Patricia Peugh and Mary (Susie) Neal as well as numerous nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be from 5pm. to 7pm. Monday; December 14, 2020 at Wiley Funeral Home in Granbury.
Graveside services will be held at 10am. Tuesday; December 15, 2020 at Herring Cemetery in Granbury under the direction of Wiley Funeral Home.