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James E. Sharpe, Jr.
James E. Sharpe, Jr., 63, went home to be with the Lord January 26, 2011.
Born in Chattanooga, Tenn., he had lived in this community 20 years. He was a former member of Beulah Baptist Church and attended Jerusalem Baptist Church.
Preceded in death by his parents, James E. Sharpe and Dora L. Sharpe and brother, Joseph Henderson, he is survived by son, Bryce James Sharpe of Akron; daughters, Monique Nicole (Brion) Shaw of Oakland, Calif., Toka Pritchett of Yonkers, N.Y., and Toi Pritchett Jones of Bronx, N.Y.; five grandchildren; sisters and brother, Bettye Sharpe of Akron, Kenneth Sharpe, Julette Sharp and Celestine Saunders, all of Cleveland, Ohio; uncle and aunt, Arnold and Bessie Collins; loved and devoted friend, Barbara Leathers; special nieces, LaTeryl and Jadana Sharpe; special friend Denise Easter, all of Akron; a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Funeral service will be held Friday, February 4, 2011 at 12 noon at Jerusalem Baptist Church, 1225 Vernon Odom Blvd., with Supt. A.C.S. Walker officiating. Friends may call at the church on Friday from 10 a.m. until time of service. Interment at Glendale Cemetery. Condolences may be sent to 1101 Palmetto Ave. 44306. (SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME, 330-724-1201)
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Memories and Condolences
for James Sharpe
Lynda & Scottie DeJournett
February 19, 2011
Mr. Sharpe was a great guy! May the peace of God be with the family during this time of sorrow.
Joyce Miller (Tate)
February 7, 2011
To The Sharpe Family:
I am sorry for your loss. I knew James from West Jr. High and he was one of the coolest brothers in the school. My deepest sympathy.
James Veal
February 7, 2011
To The Sharpe Family
Sorry For Your Loss May God Bless The Whole Entire Family Just Hold On To God Unchanging Hand And He Will Give You Strength.
Carolyn Josette Davidson Suddieth
February 7, 2011
It's strange that my cousin James' homegoing is on my sister Jackie's birthday and nine months from her death, in time for a new birth of more love! I remember when James moved to Ohio - what excitement within the family and among friends. We enjoyed concerts and other events together at the Akron Civic and places in Canton and at graduation parties, etc. He carried himself very well and was very interesting to talk too. I will always remember our last conversation and I am really going to miss him and our outings with friends Barbara, Yalonda and Yvette. And, I know that God will keep his children, sister and nieces in His ever-loving arms. I love you all and I dedicated this past Gospel Meets Symphony concert to him and my sister Jackie. There will be a remembrance to them both each year.
Charlotte Caldwell
February 5, 2011
Celebrating a life well lived. We will cherish the memories forever.
Patrick Gard
February 4, 2011
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.
Don Blocker
February 4, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jen Dullen
February 4, 2011
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your father spoke so highly of his beautiful duaghters and Brice. We, at Pulmonary Rehab watched Nikki on TV with him and met Brice back at St. Thomas when he came to exercise class with his dad. He was so proud of you all. We share your loss and send heart felt prayers to your family.
Dorothy Otis Wright
February 3, 2011
My Deepest Sympathy is with the Family. I know this is a very hard time for the Family and Friends. Please keep in mind that the Lord will help you through this difficult time and he will give you strength to endure.
February 3, 2011
To the family,I pray that God give strength during your time of sorrow.May God Bless each and everyone of you.
Elaine Sims,Akron,Ohio
Ron Duckworth
February 3, 2011
To the Sharpe family,i met James at West Jr. High also.He was one of the smooth/cool brothers(in a good way),he remained a friend through the years.Rest in peace my brother,those seven steps are easy now.'DUCK'
Jeffrey Ashby
February 3, 2011
To the Sharpe Family,
May God Bless you at this time. Take comfort that James was loved and accepted Christ.
Theresa Reed
February 3, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Gwen Poole-Chambers
February 3, 2011
To The Family: I have known James since Junior High. He was the most debonaire brother at West Jr. High back in the day. He was always in a great mood, always on the upbeat. Thank God for his life. My family and I will keep you all close in prayer.
The Poole Family
Mari & Lew Foster
February 3, 2011
I will always remember "Coach" Jim and his wonderful singing voice who kept all of us in Pulmonary Rehab so upbeat and happy. He was a great friend; we will miss him immensely, but know he is in God's world now and at peace. Our prayers and thoughts are with his family and friends. Love, Mari & Lew Foster.
Frank & Wanda Neeley Jr.
February 3, 2011
James rest in pease my neighborhood friend.God Bless the Sharpe family. My prayers that you stay strong in this time of loss.
Evelyn Scott
February 3, 2011
To the family. May God's love strenghten and hold you during this difficult time. I had the pleasure and honor of working with James on the Saferstein Towers Resident Council Advisory Board. I will miss his dedication and sense of humor. He was a good man and a great neighbor. He will be missed.
LESTER NEELEY&FAMILY
February 3, 2011
JAMES was a longtime friend of the NEELEY family...We are sorry for your loss.
Rhoden Memorial Home
February 3, 2011
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Linda Moore Graves
February 2, 2011
To the family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy. My prayers are with you now and during the difficult days ahead.
Hansey Breedlove
February 2, 2011
R.I.P James Sharpe Jr.
February 2, 2011
MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY~
MAY MEMORIES CONSOLE THROUGH THIS MOST DIFFICULT TIME.FOND MEMORIES OF SCHOOL DAYS.
FRANCINEJONES SMITH{SHS CLASS OF 68} AKRON,OHIO
Eddie / Gayle Brown
February 2, 2011
James God Bless you when we were young we played sport and ran in the old neighborhood this is what I remember most all good God Bless the family and give them the strenght to move forward good bye old friend RIP.
Marilyn Rivers
February 2, 2011
To the family & Barbara,
You have my heartfelt condolences in this time of sadness. May God bless and keep you and may the grace of God comfort you,keeping you in our thoughts & prayers.
Robert & Kitty Ford
February 2, 2011
Be Still
Be still like the grass on a melancholy summer day
Be still like desert shrub.
Be calm and you will hear your loved one speak, in the stillness, in the calm, their love resounds.
If you are still this promise I make, you will hear the voice of your loved one helping you along your way.
Tom O'Neil
February 2, 2011
"My deepest sympathies are with the Sharpe family at this time. I have many fond memories of the time I spent with Coach Sharpe coaching track and football at North High School. He was a good person and a fine role model to the kids." Tom O'Neil (Akron, OH)
Elizabeth (Love) Poole
February 2, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Arthur [Archie] Thomas Jr.
February 2, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
Kelly McCready
February 2, 2011
Bryce, I am so sorry to hear about your dad passing. You ar in my thoughts and prayers. Miss you and love you.
Jennifer Andrus
January 31, 2011
My deepest sympathy to Jim's family. I enjoyed knowing Jim through our Pulmonary Rehab. Program--we had a lot of conversations about his children. He loved you all so much and was a very proud Papa. May God bless and keep you through these difficult times.
We will all miss him very much.
Jenny
Summa's Pulmonary Rehab.
Sandra Smith (Johnson)
January 30, 2011
To the family, I pray that God will give you strength during this difficult time, as only God can do. James was a great person and he will truly be missed. South High Class of '67!
ruthjames moss
January 28, 2011
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Chris Fassnacht
January 28, 2011
To all family and friends of Coach Sharpe,
My prayers are with everyone who had the chance to know Coach. He was always great talking to him about track.
Coach Fozz
Joyce A Robinson
January 28, 2011
To the family, My prayers and thoughts are with you during this difficult time. James will be greatly missed by everyone he came in contact with. May the peace of God be with you.
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