James Avery McNew, 64, passed away, May 1, 2022 in Fort Worth. He was born May 12, 1957 in Cleburne to Avery and Mary Josephine (Nelson) McNew. James was an avid hunter and outdoorsman. He loved spending time on the river and was a big Dallas Cowboy fan. James is survived by his son James McNew Jr.; daughters, Pamela Sparkman and husband, David, Jamie Oldenkamp and husband, Brock; brothers, Richard McNew and David McNew; sisters Pinkie Holland and husband Bennie and Kathy Campbell; grandchildren James Edward, Abbie, Ryan, Julianne, David, Hannah, Noah and Kylar; numerous nieces, nephews and extended family. He was a loving father, and grandfather. James will be dearly missed by all who knew him.