James Howard Little Jr., age 80, of Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan, died surrounded by his family on August 31, 2024, at MyMichigan Medical Center Sault. He was born in a small unincorporated town of Zennith, West Virginia, on January 26, 1944, to James and Ruth (Shaver) Little.
Jim served his country in the United States Air Force and was stationed at the Kincheloe Airfoce Base where he met the love of his life, Mary Thersa Souliere. Together they made vows on May 26, 1966, and spent the next 58 years by each other’s side. Jim was well known around the Sault as the EUPTA bus driver, as he dedicated 40 years of his life and enjoyed his career very much.
Jim loved fishing, playing the guitar and singing, especially with George Snider. He also enjoyed playing cards, dice., and gambling at the Casino.
Jim is survived by his beloved wife Thersa; children, Richard, Brenda, and James Little all of Sault Ste. Marie; grandchildren, Richard (Chelsea) Little, Robert (Rachelle) Little, Shawn Vanigan, Elena Little, Barbara (Shawn) McKerchie, and Madison Deuman; seven great-grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews. Jim loved his entire family dearly and will be missed greatly.
Jim was preceded in death by his youngest son, Daniel Little; parents, James and Ruth; and brother, Bobby Little.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, September 6, 2024, from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM at the Niigaanagiizhik Cultural Building, 11 Ice Circle Dr. Sault Ste. Marie MI, 49783.
Family Life Funeral Homes assisted the family with arrangements. Condolences may be left to the family at www.familylifefh.com.
