About Us
OUR STAFF
Each of the staff members at James Funeral Home is committed to providing your family with the finest in personal care. In fact, for years, it’s been comforting for area families to know that we are available to help at any time of the day or night.
When a loved one dies, all you need to do is make one phone call. From that moment on, we’ll take on the responsibilities of the physical care of your loved one, and the emotional care of those left behind.
Please take a few minutes to get to know our staff. We’re sure you’ll find each of us to be all that you would hope for in a trusted funeral professional.
Chris Newsome
Licensee-In-Charge
Chris is a 2008 graduate of Chapmanville Regional High School, a 2016 graduate of Southern West Virginia Community & Technical College, and a 2019 graduate of the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science. Chris began his career with Akers-James Funeral Home in June of 2015 and became a Licensed Funeral Director and Embalmer in September of 2020. In his spare time, he enjoys spending time with his family, his wife Betty and their 4 sons, Ryder, Jensen, Lane, and the newest addition to their family, Christopher. A life-long resident of Logan County he resides on Mill Creek and is proud to serve the community he grew up in.
Betty Newsome
Office Manager
Betty is the newest addition to our staff here at Akers-James Funeral Home. She joins her husband, Chris to assist in the day to day operations of the funeral home. Betty brings her caring demeanor to help the families we serve daily with any needs they may have. In her spare time, Betty enjoys spending time with her children, Ryder, Jensen, Lane, and Christopher. Betty is proud to the serve her community and is eager to assist in anyway she can.
