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Elvin JAMES Obituary

CAMDEN, N.J. - Elvin N. James was called home to be with the Lord on April 8, 2010. He was born March 30, 1944, and resided in Camden, N.J.
He leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife, Vanessa James of Camden, N.J.; mother, Queenie Evans of Washington, D.C.; father, Robert James of Camden (deceased); aunt, Mert Lee Jones of Williamsburg, Va.;
brothers, Robert James Jr. of Buffalo, N.Y., Ricky Jones (Marilyn) of Atlanta, Ga., Morris Evans (Monique) of California, Kenneth Evans of Williamsburg (deceased); sisters, Delores Hutchins (Charles), Florence Jones of Houston, Texas, Evelyn Oliver (Mark) of New York, Jean Johnson (Ski) of Washington; daughters, Paullina Carter, Constance Smith, Tasha Farrar (Nelson) all of Newport News, Va., Cynthia Griffin of Camden; son, Eric Adkins of Camden. He also leaves seven granddaughters, five grandsons, and one great-grandson, a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Services will be held at 11 a.m. April 14, 2010, at Carl Miller Funeral Home, 831 Carl Miller Blvd., Camden, NJ 08104. (856) 365-2966. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.

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Published by Daily Press from Apr. 11 to Apr. 12, 2010.

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james nieves

April 30, 2010

to my wife cynthia and family. we will always miss dad. james cmd nj

Tiffany Mason

April 16, 2010

ON BEHALF OF MY FAMILY THANK YOU ALL FOR KEEPING US IN YOUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS. MAY GOD CONTINUE TO BLESS YOU ALL!!!

Frank E. Upshaw

April 15, 2010

My profound prayers of comfort and love to the family in their time of mourning. Elvin was a close friend full of happiness and sharing. Memories of our days on "the lot" will always remain as our "good old days". He will be sadly missed, rest in peace my brother, rest in peace!

April 14, 2010

To my cousins Paulina,connie,tasha.My deepest sympathy goes out to you just know my heart will cherish the wonderful times we shared with your father, and just like my sister Ann, and our aunt Virginia, that passed with all respect and comfort he is in a better place. Love You Rebecca James-Moore@ Family (Blackwood New Jersey)

Ken and Jacquie Johnson

April 13, 2010

To Paulina, Connie, Tasha,
May I send you my deepest sympathy at this time and say that my thoughts have been with the family since I heard of the passing of your father. I know you will be at peace in you sorrow because Our Father will guide you.. Jesus Love You.

Dawn Adkins

April 13, 2010

To My Sisters Paulina, Connie, Tasha & Cynthia and and especially my brother Eric. My deepest sincere condolences. Eric, sorry you couldn't be here, you don't have to worry anymore because your dad is in a special place right now and very dear in everyone's hearts whomever he knew. I will always remember him as my dad too. He loved us all.

Tiffany James/Mason

April 13, 2010

If Tomorrow Never Comes
Dedication: Grandpa


If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you fall asleep,
I would tuck you in more tightly,
And pray the Lord your soul to keep.
If I knew it would be the last time
That I'd see you walk out the door,
I would give you a hug and kiss,
And call you back for one more.

If I knew it would be the last time
I'd hear your voice lifted up in praise,
I would video tape each and every memory
So I could play them back day after day.

If I knew it would be the last time,
I could spare an extra minute or two,
To stop and say "I love you,"
Instead of assuming you always knew.

But just in case I might be wrong,
And today is all I get,
I'd like to say how much I love you Grandpa,
And I hope you never forget.

Tomorrow is not promised to anyone,
Young or old alike,
And today may be the last chance
You get to hold your loved one tight.

So if you're waiting for tomorrow,
Why not do it today?
For if tomorrow never comes,
You'll surely regret the day.

That you didn't take that extra time
For a smile, a hug, or a kiss,
And you were too busy to grant someone
What turned out to be their one last wish.

So hold your loved ones close today,
And whisper in their ear,
That you love them very much, and
You'll always hold them dear.

Take the time to say "I'm sorry,"
"Please forgive me," "thank you" or "it's okay".
And if tomorrow never comes,
You'll have no regrets about today.

Love Always Your 1st Grandchild :) Tiffany

Lisa Patterson

April 12, 2010

To my cousins: Paullina, Connie and Tasha. We know and understand what you are going through. Just remember all of the memories of your dad and cheerish every and everyone one them.. They will help you get through this. May God Bless you and you all are in my Prayers.

Tasha Farrar

April 12, 2010

To my dad, I remember all the great summer cook-outs on cramer hill with lots of family and friends. I cherish and love you for life. you are in a better place. LOVE YOU, YOUR DAUGHTER TASHA.

DeNeene Ford

April 12, 2010

To my cousins Paulina, Connie,& Tasha may god bless your family during this difficult time. Just remember that God loved your Dad best. The family will keep all of you in prayer. Love You All DeNeene Ford & Samuel Fauntleroy

Dorothy Walston

April 12, 2010

To Rickey and family
My deepest condolences to you and your family on the passing of your beloved brother. My thoughts and prayers will be with you in this time of bereavement.

Carol Taylor

April 12, 2010

To Paulina, Connie, Tasha, Cynthia and Eric your dad will be missed by all. He holds a special place in my heart and I am happy to have been a part of his life. Special Friend Carol

Cheryl Patterson Baugh

April 11, 2010

To my cousins,
I can honestly say, "I know how you feel", losing your dad is a very hard loss, but like me, hold on to those many many years of precious memories, they will get you though your darkest hour. God makes no mistakes,so you all keep the Faith. I already know that all of you are strong enough to get though this together. Lean on your family, we are here for you. Im thinking of you with loving thoughts.

Helen V Patterson

April 11, 2010

Paullina, Connie & Tasha,
I was so sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. I have so many fonds memories of Elvin. Just know that he is in a better place. Aunt Helen is thinking of all of you. Take care.

April 11, 2010

Cuz Elvin will be missed and still loved by all the family around the U.S. and his laughter can still be heard. George Hall III, Dvette (D) Hall, Daryl Hall, Shawn Hall, George Hall Jr. and the late Janice (Baby May) Hall. (Richmond VA)

Sharina Mason

April 11, 2010

Sorry to hear about the passsing of your love one.hope that the lord be with you all at this time.will keep the family in prayer.

constance smith

April 11, 2010

To my dad , I will alway love you to the bottom of my heart I remember the first day you taught me how to ride my first mini bike then I move on to the big boys bikes . I will treasure all the fun and laughters with you dad I know you are in a better place no more worry's. LOVE YOU,
YOUR DAUGHTER CONNIE.

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