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JAMES CHRISTIAN Obituary
Mr. James E. Christian, beloved husband, daddy, and papa, was called by the Heavenly Father from labor to reward on Nov. 13, 2010. He was the loving husband of Anne Jackson Christian. Mr. Christian was born 12-10-30 to the late William and Lucille Christian. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by two sisters, Elizabeth and Alease Christian, a brother, Harry Christian Sr., a daughter Emma J. Christian and a grandson, T.C. Charlton.
Mr. Christian was a retired farmer and a member of the Scott Zion Baptist Church.
In addition to his loving and devoted wife Anne, he is survived by his daughters, Roberta Blair and Veronica (Edward) West; two grandsons, Jeffrey Blair and Luther West; a granddaughter, Tiffany Blair, and a step-grandson, Jamar Rucker (Melissa). Two brothers-in-law, Woodrow and James (Lealian) Jackson; Four sisters-in-law Louise Franklin, Bertha Cox, Mary Jackson, and Tracy Christian; Five aunts, one uncle, and a host of other loving relatives and friends.
A funeral service will be conducted Wednesday, Nov. 17, 2010, at 2 p.m. at Scott Zion Baptist Church, Galts Mill Road, Madison Heights. Community Funeral Home directing.
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Memories and Condolences
for JAMES CHRISTIAN
The Sparrow Family, Janet Sparrow Claytor, & Deborah Miller Harvey
November 10, 2021
Just know that our prayers are with you all. Know that he is in a better place where there is no pain, tears, suffering--but ultimate peace.
November 18, 2010
What a wonderful man that God chose to call home. He is walking those streets of gold now, no health concerns, no pain, no sorrow........PLEASE know that our family thought the world of Mr Christian and there is a hole in our hearts that will be healed again some day when we meet him again
The Tomlin Family
Higginbotham Family
November 17, 2010
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Rev. William Anderson & Family
November 16, 2010
Though words can only help at times like this , Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers at this difficult time. With Deepest Sympahty.
camisha charlton
November 16, 2010
Dear Anne and family I was shocked to hear of Mr. Christian's passing. He was a kind person, very pleasant to talk to. He will be greatly missed. Love Mr & Mrs. Henry Charlton and Mikayla.
Janet Sparrow-Claytor
November 16, 2010
Dear Roberta and Christian Family,
I pray for you all to have the peace that surely surpasseth all understanding. Embrace your family members and strengthen your bonds of support and love. Love, Janet Sparrow
Porky & Sharon Hillman
November 16, 2010
My thoughts are prayers are with the family in their time of sorrow. Mr. Christian will truly be missed. He always had a loving and kind smile on his face no matter how bad he was feeling. God Bless you all and I love you all
Jill Crawford
November 16, 2010
Dear family of James Christian. I was greatly shocked and saddened to hear of Mr. Christian's passing. We all enjoyed his company very much. My condolences to his family and his wonderful wife, Anne. He was a special and a kind man and I am blessed for having known him. Anne if you can I do hope when you are able you will stop by so we can all hug you and offer you our condolences in person. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Jill Crawford R.N.
Connie Franklin
November 16, 2010
Dear Christian Family,
I am so sorry to have heard about the lost of your beloved Father and Husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this time.
November 16, 2010
My wife and I have very fond memories of James, he and my friend Ralph Styles were neighbors and we enjoyed our visits down on the James River with James and Ralph. Our Deepest Condolences to the Christian Family, Reggie and Linda Frady, Smithfield, Pa
Ms. Jeanne Colmore
November 16, 2010
There will be an empty chair at the holiday table this year, but it will be filled with loving memories. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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