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James Cameron Obituary

October 12, 2016 Age 73, of Birmingham, passed away Wed. Oct. 12th. Retired teacher of Vestavia Hills School System and musician at First Baptist Church, Roosevelt City for many years. Funeral service Thurs. Oct. 20th at 12:00 Noon from First Baptist Church, Roosevelt City, 6012 - Malcolm Avenue, Birmingham, Alabama. Burial in Oakland Cemetery. Viewing Wednesday 1-7 PM and family hour 6-7 PM. Arrington Funeral Home, Inc. Directing

Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Oct. 18 to Oct. 19, 2016.
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Farewell to a man that lived the life he sang about in his song. To the Cameron family, prayers be with you. A favorite song Minister Cameron always sang had words that said Jesus "can bring you love, He can bring you joy, can turn your life around and pick you up when you fall down." That was Bro. James' Jesus and that same Jesus is with you even now. May you experience God's comfort!

Jamian Eubanks

February 1, 2017

God speed to Ralph's family. Johnnie Mae Thomas of Alexander City, ALabama

October 24, 2016

Rest in peace, my dear, dear friend and colleague. So many great memories of out time in the "Lab." Love you and will miss you always.

Mickie McGuire

October 22, 2016

Such a Joy to know, and a Humble Fellow musician.

Jacquelyn Dedrick-Watkins

October 21, 2016

We are truly sadden and share the loss of a long time family friend. Losing a loved one is difficult and our hearts grieve. Yet his soul have departed this earthly existence because his earthly work of life is done, the cords that binds the human flesh have been cut that his spirt may sail onto smoother seas.

Peace and blessings to the James R. Cameron family.

Rev. Alfred H. and Mrs. Cooper and Family

Rev. Alfred H. & Mrs Cooper

October 20, 2016

I will truly miss my amazing teacher and hero Mr Cameron prayers for the Cameron family

Andrea Gaston

October 20, 2016

Jame was a great friend and would give you the best he had. He will be miss

Larry Merriweather

October 20, 2016

Godspeed Mr. Cameron, you will be missed.

Scott Grant

October 20, 2016

I'm so sorry for the loss of Mr Cameron he was such a sweet person I remember him singing with my High School chorus with Mr. Fleming. He sang "Jesus is Love" from Lionel Richie and the Commodores. My birthday was yesterday October 19th I turn 53 years old. I graduated in 1981. I have been thinking about Mr. Camera on and off all these years every time I hear that song on Sirius XM Praise! I'm praying for the families comfort during this season of grief. My mother, Veronica C (Flemmon) Blair was his co-worker. She retired after 37 years and she passed April 2016. HEAVEN HAS RECEIVED 2 MORE ANGELES!!!!

Veda Flemmon-Green

October 20, 2016

Mr. Cameron treated me like a son. He pushed me academically while in school and challenged me to be a better person. He allowed me to see who he was beyond a teacher and letting me into his family and allowing me to vacation with him in Kentucky where I met his amazing son Clarence and his lovely wife Faye. My wife and I also had the pleasure to hear him sing many times at First Baptist Roosevelt where we were always embraced by the congregation and he also sing at mine and April's wedding. Most knew him as James but I knew him as Ralph and for that I thank you because You never gave up on me. Thank you for all you did and I love you. We will meet again.

Jonathan Gaydosh

October 20, 2016

I am so sorry to learn of the passing of Mr. Cameron. He helped so many students. He helped other teachers help their students as well. He will be missed.

Suzanne Brock

October 20, 2016

God Bless the Cameron Family, Rest in Peace in Heaven Mr. C. We love u greatly, truly an Awesome gift in the body of Christ.

Cynthia Heflin

October 20, 2016

You will be missed "Uncle Ralph." Your music ministry inspired me and others.

Tiffany Benton-Orum

October 20, 2016

Mr. James Cameron, I will always remember you. Yes you were one person in me and my wife's life that was a special. You were so full of love and livin' I am sad to see you go. Rest in peace sir and we will meet on another shore one day.

Neal Ross

October 20, 2016

May God bless your family and give them peace.

Mr and Mrs Johnny Holmes

October 20, 2016

Condolences to the Cameron Family.

Delorise Allen Moore

October 20, 2016

Verlisia Harris

October 19, 2016

My heart is saddened and I've found myself speechless, thinking back on all you've taught me in singing, music, and ministry. You helped to develop my gift and gave me room to grow. I will miss you greatly Dear James. I am ever so thankful of the immeasurable impact you have made upon my life. The songs you have taught me will be forever singing in my spirit. I hear your voice so clearly singing "Jesus is Love" and "It's in Jesus." I can only imagine... you singing praises to God even now. Oh what joy you must be experiencing in the presence of the Father!!! My spirit takes comfort and is made joyful in that you are now at home with the Father. May God's comfort, strength, and love continue to surround and keep your family.

Love,
Lesa

Verlisia Harris

October 19, 2016

To the Cameron Family you have my deepest sympathy on the loss of your loved one. My prayers are with the Cameron Family..

Lucinda Jones Turner

October 19, 2016

From The Johnson's Family,RIP.

Marvella Johnson

October 19, 2016

My heart felt sympathy goes out to the family and all that knew and loved him.

Julia Boleware Marbury

October 19, 2016

Deepest sympathy to his many students and family! Servant of God well done! A devoted colleague and pioneer in public education.

Theresa Thomas

October 19, 2016

To the family of Bro . James Cameron: I can attest to the fact that he was a great musician and a dedicated man of God. He was patient and kind. He served from time to time as a musician for Bethel AME Church (Rosedale) Homewood, Alabama under the pastorate of the late Roosevelt Grier. Our prayers are with the family. May God provide peace as only He can.

Mr. & Mrs. Fred Shepherd & family
Bethel AME Church, Homewood (Rosedale) Alabama

Phyllis Shepherd

October 19, 2016

My pray go out to the family in this hour

Carooyn Bennett

October 19, 2016

Another Angel has taken his wings. Rest in peace James.

Carrie

October 19, 2016

The family of Mrs. Thelma Williams, former members of Zion Hill Baptist Church, 6th Ave. North, would like to extend our condolences to the Cameron Family. May God comfort and strengthen you during your season of grief. Joy will come in the morning!

Mrs. Wilhelmina D. Myles

October 19, 2016

LySandra Martin

October 19, 2016

A beautiful person and awesome Musician. Always had encouraging words for me and my family. He will be missed.
Rev. Robert Blevins and Family

October 19, 2016

ANOTHER GIFTED MUSICIAN PLAYING FOR THE HEAVENLY CHOIRS.SINGLETON AND VICKIE LEWIS JR.

October 19, 2016

Erikka Bryant

October 18, 2016

TO THE FAMILY OF MY FREIND JAMES I REMEMBER WHEN HE MINISTER OF MUSIC ST .PAUL C.M.E, IN DOCENA A DEDICATED PERSON OUR CHIOR RECORED A ALBUM UNDER HIS DIRECTION HE HAD A STUDENT TO PLAY LEAD GUITAR FOR OUR RECORDING WHAT A GREAT LOSS TO FIRST BAPTIST ROOSEVELT CITY.JUST REMEMBER THE TIME JAMES FAITHFULNESS TO YOUR CHURCH AND THE LIVES OF THE STUDFNTS HE TAUGHT AT VESTAVIA HIGH SCHOOL.

JOHN DOUGLAS MC CRAY

October 18, 2016

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