Darrell M. James aka (Tinker), age 71, born in Winslow, Arizona, and a resident of Paraje Village, Laguna, New Mexico, passed on to glory October 21, 2026. Darrell is survived by his brother in-law, Dave Atkins; nephews, Brandon Morgan, David N. Atkins, Seth Morgan, Sky Morgan and Kaden Morgan-Noble; nieces, Shanun Atkins- Gibson and Kinsly Atkins; several cousins and extended family members. Darrell was preceded in death by his sister, Lola M. Atkins; nephew Vincent D. Morgan; grandparents, Beskey Begay and Pauline Begay; parents, Tommy James and Sarah J. Begay. Darrell graduated from Winslow High School and went to Arizona Automotive Institute in Phoenix, Arizona. Darrell began his career as a diesel heavy equipment mechanic after graduating from the Arizona Automotive Institute. He took great pride in his work as a diesel mechanic at Rust Tractor/Caterpillar. Darrell was an avid hunter and fishermen. Darrell enjoyed being on the lake fishing or in the mountains tracking down deer. A graveside service is scheduled for Wednesday, November 4, 2026, at 11:00a.m. in Laguna Pueblo, New Mexico at the Paraje Village Cemetery.

Godspeed Tinker….