James William Hudgins age 68 of Hayden, Al. passed away on Wednesday June 16, 2021 at his residence. He is survived by his wife Ezell Herndon Hudgins, sons Dan Hudgins, Derek Hudgins, Jake Steinbrink, Wade Johnson (Leona), Randy Davis, Harry Davis, daughters Sherry Davis Madrey (Chris), Denise Willyard, Andrea Weaver (Phillip) and a host of relatives. He is preceded in death by his parents Kurt and Mary Hudgins, sons Chris Johnson and Scotty Davis. The family will receive friends at Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home, 17885 State Hwy 160, Cleveland, Al 35049 on Monday - June 21st., 2021 from 12:00 pm until 2:00 pm. Funeral Services will be held on Monday - June 21st, 2021 at 2:00 pm at Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home Chapel with burial to follow at Fairview Cemetery in Springville, Al. 35146.. Mr.Hudgins enjoyed fishing (Big Bass Splash), Alabama football, drag car racing and reading, but most of all he loved his grandchildren. Blount County/Cleveland Funeral Home in charge of arrangements.