James William Shiflett, Sr., age 85, of Anderson, SC passed away Tuesday, September 5, 2017 at AnMed Health Medical Center. Born January 9, 1932 in Anderson, SC, he was a son of the late James Jefferson Shiflett and the late Mattie Lou Junkins Shiflett. He was also preceded in death by his son, Roger Dale Shiflett; 3 brothers and 2 sisters. James was a United States Army veteran, having served during the Korean Conflict as an MP. He was a used car salesman, an avid cat lover and NASCAR fan. He was a member of Sierra Baptist Church and former member of Calvary Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Louise Whittington Shiflett; children, Debbie Pearson (Keith), Jim Shiflett (Sharon), Karen Snipes (Eddie), Jeff "Smoke" Shiflett, Pam Seay and Chrystal Shepherd (Michael); 13 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great grandson. The family will be at the home of his daughter, Debbie, 5708 Old Pearman Dairy Road and will receive friends from 11:00 am until Noon Saturday, September 9, 2017 at The McDougald Funeral Home. The funeral service will follow at 12:30 pm in the Chapel with Rev. Steve Hurte and Rev. John Daniel officiating. Burial will follow in New Silver Brook Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to PAWS, 1320 Highway 29, Anderson, SC 29626 or Freedom Fences, PO Box 2322, Anderson, SC 29622. A message of condolence may be sent by visiting www.mcdougaldfuneralhome.com. Events Visitation Saturday, September 9, 2017 11:00AM - 12:00PM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343 Funeral Service Saturday, September 9, 2017 12:30PM The McDougald Funeral Home 2211 North Main Street Anderson, SC 29621 Email: Gail@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com,laurel@mcdougaldfuneralhome.com Phone: (864) 224-4343 Final Resting Place New Silver Brook Cemetery 440 E. Shockley Ferry Road Anderson, SC 29624