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James Black Obituary
James H. Black, 80, of Merritt Island, went home on Monday, May 30, 2011. He was born in Greenock, Scotland. Jim was a U.S. Army Veteran.
He was a professional photographer for many years. Jim moved to Brevard County in 1963 to take the role as Project Manager with the Space Program. In more recent years he built and managed the Silver Horseshoe Stables. He also grew plants and trees and had a herd of cattle.
Jim is survived by his wife, Patricia Black; son, Sean Black; daughter, Heather (Eric) Johnson; son, Peter (Christine) Black; grandchildren, Chloe Johnson, Charna Black and Addison Black; brother, Robert Black of Scotland; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Calling hours will be 9:30-10:30 AM Friday, June 3, 2011 followed by a Funeral Mass beginning at 10:30 AM at Divine Mercy Catholic Church. Interment will be at Florida Memorial Gardens.
In Lieu of flowers memorials may be given to Divine Mercy Catholic Church.
Condolences will be accepted at www.wyliebaxleymerrittisland.com.
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June 2, 2011
June 1, 2011
I was secretary to Mr. Black when he worked at McGregor & Werner at Kennedy Space Center. I was very sad to hear of his passing. I admired him for his work ethic & his family always came first. He was a great man to work for. My thoughts & prayers go out to his wife Pat & children.
Mary Jo Sloan
Merritt Island, FL
Sarah Spaulding
June 1, 2011
Heather and family, What am amazing man your father was! What an amazing addition to heaven. Please know that we are praying for all of you in these difficult days. Love, The Spaulding Family
Nancy Steele
June 1, 2011
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
the Deegans
June 1, 2011
Dear Pat and family,
Wishing we weren't so far away - please know that we are with you in spirit. Jim was a very special man and we always enjoyed our visits to the farm and to your home. Although your world is now changed, Heaven is a better place. "Sith is fois air 'Aman" - peace on his soul. Love, JoAnn, Tim, Maggie, Kathleen, Colleen and Molly
John Schantzen
June 1, 2011
Sandy and I offer our parayers and sorrows to all of the Black Family. We enjoyed Jim's friendship and he was truely a good nieghbor and a gentle man. The Lord must have needed to have someone to manage his farm.
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