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Published: 06 March 2014 06 March 2014

James David Paulk Jr., 66, life-long Deming resident passed away Tuesday, March 4, 2014 at his home where he was cared for by his family.

Per his wishes, a private celebration of life will be held at a later date.

James was born August 8, 1947 in Mesilla Park, New Mexico to James D. Paulk and Virginia Prpich. James designed and built many custom homes and commercial properties in the Deming and Luna County area, leaving an artistically distinguishable mark.

Survivors include his daughters, Lisa Karr (George) of Euless, Texas and Lori Paulk of Las Cruces; sons, James Damian Paulk (Veronica) of Las Cruces and Ryan Paulk of Deming; 7 grandchildren and 1 great-grandchild. Sister, Debra Curtis and brothers, Mark Paulk and Kevin Sarratt. James was preceded in death by his parents, James D. Paulk and Virginia Prpich Sarratt, nephew Adam Curtis and friend Apolinar Muñoz.

The family expresses their sincere gratitude to his caregiver Kathy Karr, Ambercare, and the numerous health care providers who cared for him, as well as family & friends who kept him in their prayers.

"In the end, what matters is that you've seen and danced in the rain. Others may not see it - and think you're crazy, go ahead and do it anyways.... Explore your own ideas, live the dream, its tough, but necessary sometimes." Descanse en paz jefito querido - El Rebelde sin Causa...

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that you help someone in need, as our father did for many people in his life or memorial contributions can be made to the James David Paulk Jr. Memorial Scholarship c/o the Hurst-Euless-Bedford ISD Technical Education Center 1849 Central Dr. Building E, Bedford, TX 76022.