James Buster Coley (born 2nd January 1951, age: 72 years when died) was a businessman and famous American personality. His name has been stated as the co-founder of the popular arcade restaurant chain called “Dave & Buster’s.” Let us tell you that Dave & Busters is a famous American restaurant that provides entertainment along with food services to its customers.
At every Dave & Buster’s restaurant customers finds complete services for food & beverage along with a video arcade where you can play games of different types. As of 2023 before James’ death, this restaurant business company was having their business at 151 different locations in the US.
But sadly now James who founded this business in 1982 died after attempting suicide on 2nd January 2023.
A sad news that has stunned many businessmen of America published on 2nd January 2023 states the death of James Buster Coley. James Buster was a famous name in the entertainment and restaurant industry. James’ death news state that he died on 2nd January 2023 while he was present inside his home in Dallas.
He died after shooting himself with a gunshot. When he committed suicide he was shifted to hospital by his close family members but did not survive and died. His family members shared in the media that James faces a stroke attack four months earlier before he committed suicide on 2nd January 2023.
The main reason why James committed suicide is not known to anyone. People say due to the stroke may be some mental problems may have occurred inside James’ brain which leads him to commit suicide at the age of 72.
James Buster Coley who made many people mourn after his death was a native of Dallas, Texas, US. Businessman James was born on 2nd January 1951. He was an innovative and energetic man who did so much hard work to receive honors as a successful businessman.
Born and raised in Dallas James would have completed his high-level studies in his home country. His success in business has made him an inspiration for many youngsters. Many upcoming businessmen dream to be like him. But his tragic death has broken the heart of many of his followers.
Full Real Name | James Buster Corley |
Nickname | James |
Popular for | His company Dave & Buster Inc. |
Language | English |
School Name | Local High School. |
University | Private University |
Education | Graduate |
Profession | Businessman |
Zodiac Sign | Taurus |
Nationality | American |
Ethnicity | White |
Net worth | $10-$20 million USD |
Age (as of 2023) | 72 years old. |
Date of Birth | 2nd January 1951 |
Place of Birth | Dallas |
Death Place | Dallas |
James Buster Coley who himself was 72 years old never shared earlier about his parent’s and siblings’ death. We believe that he was living with his wife and kids in Dallas before his death. Many of their cousins and siblings were living far away from him.
After his death, none of his family members shared a tribute on social media. Things about his family have always been kept low-key by the businessman. Other than this he was close to his wife’s mother Linda Stanley who is now living in North Little Rock, Arkansas.
Nationality | American |
Religion | Christianity |
Ethnicity | White |
Sister | Not Known |
Brother | Not Known |
Mother | Not Known |
Father | Not Known |
Mother-In-Law | Linda Stanley |
Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
Birthday | 2nd January 1951 |
Death Date | 2nd January 2023 |
Age | 72 years |
James Buster Coley after killing himself with a self-inflicted gunshot on 2nd January 2023 has left his daughter, son (unconfirmed), and wife behind him. His wife’s name is Leacy Corley whereas his daughter’s name is Kate Corley (Kate Corley Lassiter). His daughter revealed after his death to news publishers that James suffered from a stroke four months before his death.
Kate Corley Lassiter is now married to a handsome guy since 2020. Sharing about James’ wife Leacy Corley then she has shared a lot of memories with James on her Facebook page. Leacy has shared that her husband has always liked to eat Shrimp. As a couple James and Leacy shared strong bonding and never had a relationship conflict.
Relationship Status | Married |
Marital Status | Married |
Wife Name | Leacy Corley |
Children | Son- Name Not Known (unconfirmed) Daughter– Kate Corley (Kate Corley Lassiter) |
Girlfriend’s Name | Leacy Corley |
James Buster Coley before founding Dave and Buster’s in 1982 opened a small restaurant in Little Rock, Arkansas in the 1970s. Near his restaurant, his future business partner David Corriveau was running his entertainment place.
Both James and Dave notices that they have the same customers who visit restaurant and entertainment place simultaneously. So in 1982, both businesses decided to join hands to run a business together of food and entertainment under one roof. James then became a co-founder of Dave and Buster’s restaurant and entertainment chain.
They together accommodated a 4000 square-foot warehouse near to Restaurant and then launched their first branch.
They get so much success in their entertainment and restaurant business through happy customers. Later in a span of time James and Dave remained successful in opening more than 150 branches of their company at different locations in America.
James’ business partner David Corriveau died in 2015 when he was only 63 years old. Dave & Buster Inc is now listed on NASDAQ under the name PLAY.
James Buster Coley’s company Dave & Buster has raised millions of dollars from its investor and customers. Earlier in 2022 Dave & Buster acquired the Main Event Entertainment chain from Australian bases Leisure company called Ardent Leisure.
It was acquired under a deal of $835 million USD. Dave & Buster’s valuation may be more than $1 billion USD but has not been confirmed anywhere. As James’ company was raising millions of dollars through the business it means that James was a millionaire who would be having a net worth between $10-$20 million USD.
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James is a co-founder of the entertainment and restaurant chain Dave & Buster’s Inc.
James was 72 years old when he died.
James died on 2nd January 2023.
It is stated that James would be having a net worth between $10-$20 million USD.
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