of West Memphis, AR

September 26, 1925 - October 15, 2018

James W. LaMastus, 93, died at his home on October 15, 2018.

Mr. LaMastus was born September 26, 1925 in Sunflower County near Drew, Mississippi. He attended schools there until he enlisted in the Army. He was assigned to the German Theatre in World War II, where he was a rifleman. He was captured in Munich, Germany and served as a POW for a year. He was awarded the following metals: European-African-Middle Eastern Campaign, Good Conduct, World War II Victory, Marksmanship, Leadership, POW and Purple Heart. Mr. Lamastus not only served his country, but he also dedicated his career to serving in law enforcement for 60 years. He was a Captain with the Cleveland, Mississippi Police Department, a volunteer fireman and a deputy with the Sunflower County Sheriff's Department.

He is survived by his wife of 73 years, Betty Reynolds LaMastus: a daughter, Sandra LaMastus; a grandson, Troy Galtelli and his wife Jessica; and one great-granddaughter.

He is preceded in death by his parents, J.K. and Pearl LaMastus, a brother, Marcus Edward ''Buddy'' LaMastus, and a sister, Janice Morgan.

Visitation and service will both take place on Wednesday October 17, 2018 at Roller-Citizens Funeral Home in West Memphis. Visitation will begin at 10:00AM and Service at 11:00AM. Burial will take place afterward at the Arkansas State Veterans Cemetery in Birdeye, Arkansas.

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