James Sargent

MONTEAGLE James Lappins Sargent, 98, passed away on Friday, March 1, 2013, at Emerald-Hodgson Hospital in Sewanee.He was born Sept. 30, 1914 in Sewanee, Tenn.; the son of the late Sam and Olive Lappins Sargent. He served his country in the U.S. Army and was a Veteran of World War II. Mr. Sargent worked as a barber for many years.Surviving are brother, Sam Sargent of Monteagle; half brothers, John "Jack" and Joe Sargent, both of Monteagle, as well as several nieces and nephews.A graveside service will be at 2 p.m. on Sunday, March 3, 2013, at Lappins Cemetery in Monteagle. Arrangement by Moore-Cortner Funeral Home, 300 First Ave. NW, Winchester. 931-967-2222 www.moorecortner.com