James married Elizabeth Henderson (born 1824) on 12 October 1843 at Albany. Elizabeth arrived 6 December 1842 per the ship 'Trusty'. An early settler at Albany - he contracted to build the jetty at Albany with John McKail. He lost an arm whilst firing a salute to welcome Patrick Taylor and his bride in 1837. Appointed as Gaoler and Police Constable between 1841 and 1849. In 1844 was engaged to build the 'Fairy' but did not complete the work. Developed 'Woodburn' at Porongurup when he retired from the Civil Service. Was a member of the Albany Town Trust and the Plantagenet Road Board. James Richard died 2 June 1875 at Porongurup. His wife Elizabeth died 23 February 1914.