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He was born on Sept. 14, 1930, to the late Ollie James and Leola Davis Tuberville. A native of Wynne, Ark., Mr. Tuberville was a Hampton resident for 44 years.
As a committed educator of 57 years, Mr. Tuberville retired from Newport News Public Schools after teaching at Huntington High School, Warwick High School and Point Option.
He was a dedicated Jehovah's Witness for 36 years and faithfully served as an elder in the Hampton Coliseum Congregation until his death.
In addition to his parents; a son, Ronnie L. Tuberville; a daughter, Marilyn Walker; two sisters, Mary L. Austin and Mattie M. King, preceded him in death.
Mr. Tuberville was loved by many and will be greatly missed by his wife of 57 years, Rosalee J. Tuberville; two daughters, Sherry Tuberville Rodgers (Anthony), Crystal Tuberville Belle; three sons, Carlos D. Tuberville (Sandra), J. Daryl Tuberville (Sonya), and Derrick A. Tuberville; 11 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and two great-great-grandchildren. He also leaves to cherish his memory one brother, Bedford F. Tuberville (Marcella) of Wynne, Ark.; and one sister, Agnes T. Woods (Robert) of Milwaukee, Wis.; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
A viewing will begin at noon Friday, Oct. 29, 2010, at Cooke Brothers Funeral Chapel, 1601 27th Street, Newport News, Va., with family visitation from 4 to 6 p.m. A Memorial Service will held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 30, 2010, at Warwick High School, 51 Copeland Lane, Newport News, Va. Condolences may be sent to www.cookebros.com. View and post condolences on our online guestbook at dailypress.com/guestbooks.
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for James TUBERVILLE
Mavis Dixon
October 22, 2019
I have yet to meet a kinder, most caring friend and co-worker. All of the Point Option family who worked with Mr. Tubes (as he was so fondly) called by the students loved and respected him. Even today, he is still missed. He was a man of wisdom with a kind gentle spirit. I can honestly say I loved Mr. Tubes. He was a family man always talking about his wife, his children and those special grandchildren. Love ❤ to the family.
gail okai
November 3, 2010
Speaking as one of his former students...there are some things he taught me that i will never forget. He was a wonderful teacher...gail wilkins (Okai) Warwick Class of '74
Beulah M Davis
November 2, 2010
I remember Mr. Tuberville from Huntington High. He always had a smile on his face and was a wonderful teacher.
May your fond memories of Mr. Tuberville keep him close to you.
Be encouraged and blessed.
Chaplain Gurley H.H.S.A.A.INC.
November 1, 2010
May the love and peace of God keep the family as our heart felt condolences are with each of them at the home going of James O Tuberville . For the family and friends we are praying and may the peace and the love of God comfort us all.
November 1, 2010
To the Tuberville Family,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your husband/father, but hope you find solace in knowing that Mr. Tuberville left a lasting impression on anyone who came in contact with him. He was my government teacher at Warwick High School in 1975/1976, and I never forgot him.
Valerie Augburn Walker
Warwick High School
Class of 1976
Brooke Hood
October 31, 2010
Bro. Tuberville was one of the most compassionate and sincere Elders. You could sit down and talk to him about anything and get the support that you needed. When I first came into the Kingdom Hall 13 years ago he was the first person that greeted me and the Tuberville family has always welcomed me with open arms. I will truly miss his wonderful comments and straight to the point prayers. LOL! To the Tuberville family we love you all so very much, and as the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's daily routines may you continue to feel comforted by the many prayers and support of family and Friends. We all look forward to the day that we will be reunited with our dear Brother Tuberville. You all will continue to be in my thoughts and Prayers.
Sharon Hoover
October 31, 2010
I hope that the Tuberville family can find some comfort in all of the wonderful memories of this kind, generous man. I had the pleasure of working with him for many years at Point Option and I am a better person for having known him. Mr. Tuberville was a gentle, honest, hard-working man who demonstrated what living an honorable life is all about. He will be missed by many.
Daryl Tuberville
October 31, 2010
Thank you so much for being a great father. You taught me everything I needed to know about LIFE. How to be a good husband,father,and a good person.I miss you and will always love you...
Kirk Cabrieto
October 30, 2010
Mr T was an awesome teacher.I knew him when we was at Point Option. Even after I was done at Point Option and would go back there to visit he still remembered who I was. He asked how I was doing and what I was doing with my life. He was really nice and soft spoken. He was easy going if you listenmed to him. He was a great man. I wish the best for his family.
Thurman Glover
October 30, 2010
The Glover family wishes to send their prayers and condolences to the family.
May God bless you all. Sincerely, Thurman Glover and Family
October 30, 2010
To the Family,
Mr. Tuberville was one of the best teachers at Warwick High School.I know each of you have fond memeories just as I do. My Prayers are with your family.
Maxine Bremby
Class of 1984
Edward & LaVerne Winters
October 30, 2010
Dear Family,
Our hearts and prayers are with all of you doing this difficult time. We know that Jehovah the God of all comfort will be with YOU. With his arms wrapped around all of you. As all of you stay close and help each other to endure until the ressurection is realized. Know this that Jehovah our God will hold Your hearts in his hands to help you all.
We look forward to seeing all of you on our next visit down.
All of our Love
Bro. & Sis. Edward and LaVerne Winters
barbara newman
October 30, 2010
Working with Mr. T at pont Option for 20 some odd years was a pleasure and a rewarding experience. He has kindly touched many lives. He will be greatly missed. Barbara Newman Ebron.
Yvette Disnew
October 30, 2010
He was a great teacher! My thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.
Traci Graves
October 30, 2010
I loved Mr. Tuberville, he was my government teacher at Warwick High School Class of 1982. Mr. Tuberville wasn't good with first names, but he could call your last name to memory quick! He was a great teacher! May GOD strengthen the family in this time of need.
Lewis and Kendra Shivers
October 30, 2010
Tuberville family, you are truly in our thoughts and prayers. We have a wonderful hope to look forward to. Please keep that close in mind and heart. We are here if you need anything. We send you our deepest love and sympathy.
Cynthia Witts
October 29, 2010
May God Bless and Strengthen you and your Family in your time of sorrow
Lorrain Sanchez
October 29, 2010
He was a wonderful man and an even better teacher. You will always be remembered Mr. T.
Alicia Hart
October 29, 2010
My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Tuberville family. I have known Mr. Tuberville for 15 years, as his granddaughter is my best friend. He was such a shining example of true manhood and truly kept family first in his life. Please know that my family's thoughts and prayers are with you in this time of bereavement.
CLARKE CHO SLADE
October 29, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Mike Bonfiglio
October 29, 2010
I had the honor of working with Mr. T for 8 years @ Point Option. Men like Mr. T are few and far between. Everyone loved and respected him as he was a caring, sincere, and honest man who touched the lives of everyone he came into contact with. He was my right hand man in so many ways. His presence at Point Option will always live on in our hearts. I will truly miss him. We are all better off for having known him. My condolences to his entire family.
Mike Bonfiglio
Mr. Tubes-A day in his life at Point Option!
Mavis Dixon
October 29, 2010
Kimberly Wilkins
October 29, 2010
Mr. Tuberville has taught everyone in my family at Huntington High and Warwick High. It was a great pleasure to have him as my government teacher from 90-91. The family are in my thoughts and prayer.
God Bless
Kimberly Wilkins (Lewis) WHS 91
Tony White
October 29, 2010
Mr. Tuberville was a great teacher. I guess one of the things that made him so great was that he did not judge his students. By the time you reached his class in 12th grade, most of the teachers knew you, or knew of you; you had a reputation, and most teachers treated you accordingly. Mr. tuberville allowed you to build a new reputation in his class on your own merit. He made me feel as though I mattered to him. I will never forget feeling as though I didn't deserve his graciousness, and thus, I put forth more effort in his class than any other. He will be missed.
AnJanette Jackson
October 29, 2010
Our thoughts & prayers go out to Mrs Tuberville & the entire Tuberville family. Mr Tuberville was a wonderful teacher & I'm glad to say I knew him in & out of the classroom. He will be greatly missed!!!
AnJanette Hughes Jackson
Charles Miller
October 29, 2010
Mr Tuberville was a kind and decent person who was a friend to me and to Point Option and Warwick students and staff. He wanted to help mold young people into caring and competent adults. He was instrumental in doing that in his life and career. Thank you Mr. Tuberville for being a good role model for so many adults and students. My sympathy goes out to his loving family.
Fordelro Goodrich-Austin
October 28, 2010
Mr. Tuberville was the greatest Teacher EVER, he had a good spirit,good heart and always had something Positive to say, Mr Tuberville also saw good in everybody !!!!, I will really miss him
Ms. Loretta Anderson
October 28, 2010
May God bless you all in this time of sorrow and give you comfort.
Mavis Dixon
October 28, 2010
My heartfelt condolences to the Tuberville family; I consider myself blessed to have been his friend for 8 years. He was a wonderful man and I truly loved Mr. Tuberville. He was indeed a family man who loved his family with all his heart. His great grandson Jordan was so special to him. He loved my homemade vegetable beef soup and in the morning when my husband would fix a bacon and egg sandwich for me, he would fix one for Mr. Tubes. That was his special treat for the day; then he would go out and buy Chinese food for me. He was so special. I miss him already, but the love I have for him will forever be in my heart. I have so many precious memories of a good, kind hearted man. RIP my friend.
Tracy Heath
October 28, 2010
This man was a great teacher.I learned so many things from him in class and out.Things that to this day I still remember.God bless him and those who loved him.
Elizabeth McGrath
October 28, 2010
I am terribly sorry to hear about Mr. Tuberville. I met him two years ago when I was assigned to this wonderful family called Point Option. He made an impact on my faith and my practice as a teacher. Mr. Tubes always had a smile on his face and gave joy by his very presence.
I was saying the other night how we as individuals sometimes forget to thank a person who truly impacted their lives. Mr. Tuberville assured me that I was on the right track as both a teacher and a human being. I want to take the time to say to Mr. Tuberville thank you for all you've done and sharing your history with me.
He will definitely be missed on Earth. My thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of celebration.
Carolyn Buggs
October 28, 2010
May memories of your loved one bring peace to your heart.
With many thoughts and deepest sympathy to you and your family at this time.
It was wonderful being a part of the Warwick High School faculty/family with Mr. Tuberville. (Carolyn Buggs)
Jospeh & Carolyn Buggs
October 28, 2010
My deepest sympathy to the family.
I was very fortunate to have Mr. Tuberville as my
Goverment teacher. I will always remember him.
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Neda Gordon
Class of 1971
Timothy Fasano
October 28, 2010
I had MR. Tuberville as a teacher in the 10th, 11th and 12th grade at Warwick High. That was not by accident. I always requested his classes. He was a very smart man and made learning fun. I believe he was from Gary Indiana, for he loved the 'Fighting Irish.' Most teachers I had in life I have forgotten. Not Mr. Tuberville. I am so sorry for his family. Take care and God bless
Keith Garvin
October 28, 2010
I had the great privilege to work with Mr. Tuberville for many years at Warwick High School. We were both Government teachers, and I have great memories of him. He was always a gentleman, and he was very supportive of me. When he retired, he was definitely missed at the school. Mr. Tuberville made a difference in many lives, and I feel fortunate that I knew him.
Tom Stroup
October 28, 2010
I taught with him for 22 years at Warwick H.S. I especially remember how he respected students. So often I heard young people there say, "I wish he were my dad." All of us at WHS loved him; we affectionately called him "Tube."
"His life was gentle; and the elements So mixed in him, that Nature might stand up, And say to all the world, 'THIS WAS A MAN!'" --Shakespeare
October 28, 2010
THE WORLDS GREATEST GRANDFATHER, I WILL ALWAYS KEEP YOUR MEMORY ALIVE IN JORDAN AND JOSIAH REST IN PEACE WE WILL MISS YOU. THE SPELLER-JOHNSON FAMILY
DELORES RICKS BRAMLETT
October 28, 2010
I HAVE FOND MEMORIES OF MR. TUBERVILLE AS MY CO-WORKER AT HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL. WE WERE IN THE SAME DEPARTMENT AND HAD THE MOST CHILDREN. WE SHARED MANY OF THE SAME EXPERIENCES. YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY AND PRAYERS.
Darleen Vann
October 28, 2010
To The Tuberville Family,
Brother Tuberville was my high school teacher. He inspired me to major in Sociology when I was a student in his class at Warwick High School. Many years later he he became my brother. He always held an interesting Class which always included current events. May Jehovah comfort his family, and all of us as his spritual family in this time of the end. He is missed but we will rejoice to see him in the new world soon to come.
With much love to the family,
Sister Darleen Vann
John Leyden
October 28, 2010
Mr. Tuberville was a colleague of mine at Point Option High School. He always impressed me with his knowledge of history, social matters, and life. He was a great role model for young people, and he dedicated his life to helping others. He had compassion for others and he was a great co-worker who could be counted on whenever you needed him. He truly cared about everyone and everyone loved him.
My thoughts and prayers go out to the entire Tuberville family. I am truly sorry for your loss.
Shawn Hood
October 28, 2010
To one of my spiritual fathers. Bro. Tuberville met with me when I dedicated my life to Jehovah. He was there with direction when appointments of service came. His comments was there for me when I wasn't on track, and let me know I was in the right place. I appreciate the compassion and tender care he had for the congregation. I have always felt part of the extended Tuberville family and the hearts of the Hood family are with the Tubervilles.
Rosalyn Jones-Washington
October 28, 2010
I remember Mr. Tuberville from school. It's been a while. May GOD be with his family through this difficult time.
Margaret Keator
October 28, 2010
To the Tuberville Family:
I knew Mr. Turberville when I taught in the NN Public Schools system in the 1970s & 80s. He was a dedicated teacher and was committed to helping young people succeed. He willbe missed and remembered fondly.
October 28, 2010
Our condolences to the Tuberville Family...Mrs.Blackman Class (Hampton,Va)
Huntington High School Class of 1971
October 28, 2010
The Huntington High School Class of 1971 wishes to express sympathy to the Tuberville Family. Cherish fond memories.
Bobbi Connelly
October 28, 2010
I'm sorry to hear of Mr Tuberville's passing. He taught me at Warwick High School many years ago. He was a wonderful teacher. My thoughts and prayers are with the family.
Bobbi Connelly
Allison Dixon
October 28, 2010
My deepest sympathies go out to the family of Mr. Tuberville. I only had the pleasure of meeting him once or twice but I feel like I know him because he and my mother, Ms.Dixon, were not only co-workers but great friends. I use to love to hear my mom tell funny stories about something Mr. Tubes (as she called him) said or did. I pray for u and your family through this difficult time. God Bless you all.
Timothy Todd
October 28, 2010
To Sherry and the Tuberville family.
I am truly sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Tuberville.
May God comfort you all ,you will be, in my Prayers.
Gloria Moses
October 28, 2010
I will always remember Mr. Tuberville and feel very fortunate to have known him. We who knew and loved Mr. Tuberville have some idea of how great your loss truly is. My deepest sympathy to the family. Your grief is shared by many.
Alesha Tuberville
October 28, 2010
Marcus Belle
October 28, 2010
Bro Tuberville will be missed greatly. HE WAS THE DEFINITION OF A "REAL" MAN !!!! I've seen very few fathers/grandfathers who took the lead like him and he lived the expression "family first."
E.B. Moore, Jr.
October 28, 2010
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
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