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James Channell Obituary

Channell, Sr., James Charles "" age 81, of Zellwood, passed away on Tuesday, June 18, 2013. Born on July 29, 1931 in Zellwood, he was a member of First Baptist Church of Apopka. Mr. Channell, Sr., served in the US Army during the Korean War and was a Meat Cutter for Winn Dixie for 37 years. He is preceded in death by his son, Jay; parents, David and Bessie Channell; brothers, J.D. and Jacob; and nephew, Jeffery. Visitation will be held on Friday, June 21, 2013 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM. Services will follow immediately after. Both will be held at Loomis Family Funeral Home Chapel 420 West Main Street, Apopka, FL 32712 (407) 880-1007. Mr. Channell, Sr. is survived by his loving wife, Norma Channell; daughter, Stephanie (Tom) Gandy; sisters, Jeannette Ashley and Louise Van Buskirk; sister-in-law, Barbara Channell; and granddaughter, Claire Gandy. Services entrusted to LOOMIS FAMILY FUNERAL HOME, www.loomisfuneralhomes.com.

Published by Orlando Sentinel on Jun. 20, 2013.
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Sorry to hear of Charles passing. Keep strong. The lord is with you.

Joane Christmas

June 21, 2013

Steph- so sorry to hear about your dad. I wish I could be there tomorrow but I have work commitments that I can't get out of...I don't have another way to contact you to express my condolences...my thoughts are with you and your mom and family

Greg Lockeby

June 20, 2013

sorry for your loss of such a wonderful man and friend to us all. you are in my prayers and love 2 all

MELANIE KING

June 20, 2013

Norma - You have my deepest sympathy. May
the love of your friends and relatives carry you through this difficult time. Sincerely Don Smith Retired CFS

Don Smith

June 20, 2013

My condolences to the entire family. I grew up with Charles father as my next door neighbor in Apopka and then followed by Charles and family. Many good memories. I am sure he will be missed by all. Walter Wilson

Walter Wilson Jr.

June 20, 2013

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