Marguerette Pool James, 96, of Slaughters, KY, passed away on Thursday, May 16, 2024, at Ridgewood Terrace Health and Rehabilitation in Madisonville.

She was born on November 28, 1927, in Manitou, KY, to the late Millie Carnal Pool and Jasper Pool. She was formerly employed as a clerk at Peelers Pharmacy. She loved playing music, studying Spanish, and reading her bible. Marguerette was a member of Hanson United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond James; and daughter, Carolyn Harshbarger.

Survivors include her daughter, Ramona Browder of Slaughters, KY; son, Jacob (Jennie) James of Boonville, IN; granddaughter, Jessica (Sean) Leonard of Hanson, KY; and her great-grandson, Jonathan Taylor of Hanson.

A memorial service will be held at 5 p.m. on Monday, May 20, 2024, in the chapel of Harris Funeral Home with Pastor Tami Coleman officiating. A private family burial will be held at Olive Branch Cemetery.

Visitation will be from 3 p.m. until the service hour on Monday at the funeral home.