Jim L. Hadley, 72, of Jasonville, Indiana passed away at 4:30 a.m. Friday, February 22, 2019 in his residence. He was born June 19, 1946 in Perry County, IN to Amos Coy Jackson Sr. and Nanny Lee (Probus) Jackson. Jim was adopted and raised by Lois Irene and Tom Ketchum.

Survivors include his children, Dedra Cox (Rockie) of Jasonville, Michele Murley of Jasonville, Ryan Hadley (Jennifer) of Shelburn, Michael Hadley (Sara) of Brian, TX; 11 grandchildren; 2 great grandchildren; fiancé, Dorothy Wheeler of Jasonville; and step-sister, Jane Bennett.

He was preceded in death by his birth parents; adopted parents; step father, Paris Reese; siblings, Infant Alan Wayne Jackson, Stella Scales, Mable Bledsoe, Wanda James, Amos Coy Jackson Jr., Mary Jane Wayne, Juanita Merchant, Mary Louise Williams, Mary Ellen Bryant; step-siblings, Judy Taylor, Janice Entsrom, Jo Coats.

Jim had worked at the Federal Prison in Terre Haute as a Correctional Officer. He was a member of the Sullivan Moose Lodge #2517 and Linton American Legion Post #0022 and served his country in the Army from 1966-1968. He enjoyed singing karaoke, fishing, and spending time with his family.

Arrangements are entrusted to Michael W. Cox, Cox Funeral Home; 218 South Meridian Street; Jasonville, Indiana.

A Gathering of Friends is scheduled from 11 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Thursday, February 28, 2019 at the Jasonville Assembly of God Church.

Services will be at 1:00 P.M. Thursday, February 28, 2019, at the Assembly of God Church in Jasonville with Pastor Sam Bush officiating with military rites following.