James “Art” Coy Arthur, 78, of Sumter, SC, went home to glory on Sunday, November 8, 2026 from medical complications. He was born on September 22, 1948 in Yazoo City, Mississippi. He was a beloved husband, father, brother and grandfather. He served in the United States Air Force for 24 years and is a distinguished Vietnam and Desert Storm War Veteran. James was a dedicated member of Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. He is survived by his wife, children, family, other relatives and friends. Celebration of Life Services will be held 1:00 P. M., Monday, November 16, 2026 at Mt. Zion United Methodist Church, 130 Loring Mill Road, Sumter, with the Rev. Troy Cato, Pastor. Burial will follow in the Mt. Olive AME Church Memorial Garden, Pear Street, Woodrow. The family is receiving relatives and friends from 3:00 – 8:00 p. m at the home, 1499 Crowndale Drive, Sumter.
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