James Clyde Staup, Jr., 84, of Huntsville, AL, died peacefully on October 25, 2026, after a brief battle with cancer.

James was born in Dayton, OH, to James “Clyde” and Florence “Bettie” Staup. He married Carol Durst in September 1963. James earned his D.D.S. from The Ohio State University in 1966 and joined the U.S. Air Force shortly thereafter, serving as a dental officer for 27 years until his retirement in 1993. He continued practicing dentistry until 2011.

James enjoyed attending live music events, reading books, and solving crossword puzzles. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather who devoted his life to his family.

James was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Carol, and his parents, James “Clyde” and Florence “Bettie” Staup. He is survived by his children, James III (Dewanna), Angela (Pamela), and Jonathan (Carelyn); grandchildren, Andrew (Elizabeth), Alex (Marcus), Brady (Melanie), and Anna Kate; great-grandchildren, May and Mia; sister, Joan Pearl (James); and brother, John (Sylvia).

A visitation will be held from 4:00 until 6:00 PM on Friday, November 6, 2026 at Frings and Bayliff Funeral Home, 327 W. Main St., Tipp City, Ohio 45371. Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 AM on Saturday, November 7, 2026 at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, 755 N. Hyatt St., Tipp City. James will be laid to rest with his wife, Carol, at Glen Haven Memorial Gardens, New Carlisle. Online condolences may be expressed at www.fringsandbayliff.com.