James Townsend

James Townsend

James Townsend Obituary

Published by Mimms Funeral Home from Dec. 11 to Dec. 12, 2008.
TOWNSEND, James, of Richmond, departed this life December 9, 2008. He was preceded in death by his wife, Catherine Townsend; son, James; and daughter, Carolyn. He is survived by two daughters, Joyce Townsend and Patricia Harris; two sons, David (Vernice) and Alvin Townsend; eight grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; five great-great-grandchildren; sister, Virginia Dickerson; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Mimms Funeral Home, 1827 Hull Street, where the funeral service will be held Saturday, December 13, 1 p.m. Rev. Ronald C. Taylor Sr. officiating. Interment private.
This obituary was originally published in the Richmond Times-Dispatch.

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December 12, 2008

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December 11, 2008

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December 11, 2008

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From the Staff of Mimms Funeral Home

December 12, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Lee Peebles Bereavement Counselor

December 11, 2008

On behalf of all the staff at Bon Secours Hospice and Palliative Care we wish to extend to the friends and family our deepest sympathy and ongoing support. We hope and pray you will find peace with time. Please feel free to contact me anytime if I can be of help.

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