James S. Haralson, 63 of Bellevue, MI passed away October 10, 2018 in his home with family by his side. He was born in Toledo, OH on August 14, 1955. Jim retired from the Michigan Department of Corrections after 25 years of employment and was currently employed at Walters-Dimmick Petroleum. In 1983 he met and married Kathleen, promising her she would never be bored (a promise fulfilled throughout their 35 years together.) He is survived by his loving wife and children, Danielle (Samuel) Gandee, Brenna (Jacob) Madison, Zachary (Jenniffer) Haralson, Naomi Haralson, James Alexander Haralson, grandchildren Hunter, Kerragan, Braden and Kellen Gandee, Clara and Evelyn Madison, and Harper Haralson. Pursuant to his wishes no memorial service is planned, but friends may send a text. Friends may send condolences or share a memory at www.kempffuneralhome.com