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He is survived by his father Kevin W. Altizer (Misty), mother Christine Cramer Altizer, grandparents James and Virginia Altizer, James Cramer and Marion Gruber. He is also survived by Savannah and Zachary.
The family will received family and friends at Royston Funeral Home, Inc., Marshall, Va., from 6 to 8 pm. on Wednesday September 29, 2010. Services will be held Thursday, September 30, 2010 at Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Gainesville, Va., at 10 am. Interment at Stonewall Memory Gardens
This obituary was originally published in the Culpeper StarExponent.
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Savanah Jones
October 4, 2024
hi jamesy!! is savanah, your little sister. i’m 18 now! crazy huh? mom left about 6 years ago to be with you, i’m glad you guys have each other once again. please look over me, my sweet boy. make sure mom is okay and keep her close. sometimes i feel guilty for being here without you guys, almost as if im living the life you guys are supposed to live. and for that im so sorry. i’m so sorry the world let you and mom down so harshly, i wish i could’ve done more for you guys. i can’t even remember your voice and it hurts, i was so young when i lost you but it taught me what loss is. it helped me prepare for losing mom, thank you for teaching me. even beyond this life you still continue to teach me and show me little signs that you never forgot me. i haven’t written you in about a decade, and for that i’m sorry. i never forgot you, i could never forget you. i hope we’re siblings in every universe, and i hope in one of those universes that you’re still alive and thriving. i genuinely hope ur resting well, you deserve the world and so much more jamesy. no man will ever amount to the man you were and continue to be. thank you for that feather you brought to me on ur anniversary, it was amazing to see you still care for me. i love you so much, i should’ve said that more, i should’ve had more time with you. i’m so sorry james, so so so sorry. please never forget me.
Dale, Cindy & Matt Burke
October 7, 2010
Dear Altizer Family,
We cannot begin to find the words to convey our sorrow of your loss. As the days pass, we hope your hearts will lighten as you remember all of the joys and laughter you shared with James. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May God Bless all of you.
Ginger Bluem
October 3, 2010
Kevin, Misty and Zach. I didn't know James, but he sounded like an extrodinary kid. No family should have to go thru losing a child at such a young age. I will keep you all in my prayers and call all angles to help you through this one, so you are never alone. God Bless you. Love Aunt Ginger
Rita White
October 1, 2010
James you will be missed so greatly. You were always there for everyone and would have given anyone the shirt off your back.I always loved you so much for you,for who and what you stood for. I will not say goodbye because I know that you are at peace now right by the Fathers side and I will see you oneday and we will be together again laughing and joking like we have your whole life!!! I love you,your Aunt Rita
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Mary Ann Davis
October 1, 2010
Kevin - With heartfelt condolences. May God be with you and your family during this incredibly difficult time and always. I will always remember our rides and especially the Ghirardelli chocolate...
Jim Griffiss
September 30, 2010
James my friend I will miss you, may you find peace.
Brigitte Noble
September 29, 2010
While the loss of a loved one is never easy, it is most certainly the hardest when they are taken from us too soon. Your recent loss of your son who has left us at such a youthful age is certainly in the category of those hard losses for which there is so painful a reminder of what might have been.
We offer our sincere condolence and deepest sympathy on your loss. May the outpouring of sympathy, the kind acts of friends and strangers and the comfort in knowing that your loss is felt by many, help you through this difficult time.
May you find the courage and strength to move forward in peace and confidence and in knowing that his was a life well-lived.
Paula McAfee Elder
September 29, 2010
Chrissy, Kevin, Dori, Savannah and the rest of James' family - I am so sorry for your loss. You will never be able to understand the pain that James was in - just know that he is free and at peace now and you will see him again soon. Remember the great times - he is!
Brooke Travers
September 29, 2010
James I love you with all my heart. You were always there for me when I needed someone to talk to. I would even make you stay on the phone till I fell asleep every night when I could not be with you. I know you had trouble but now you do not have to worry about them. Thank you for all of the wonderful memories I have of you and I. I will never forget you! You are now my angel. I love you James!
Kathy Carroll
September 29, 2010
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Heidi Bullock
September 29, 2010
James I didn't know you personally but I am a good friend of you mom. I know that she feels blessed to have had you in her life and that you will be sorely missed. The Lord will shine down upon you now and I know that you will be with your family and friends again someday. May the peace of the Lord be with you always.
Heidi Bullock
September 29, 2010
James I didn't know you personally but I am a good friend to your mom. From what I have heard you have been a wonderful son and I know she was blessed to have you. I know you will be sorely missed by your family and friends the Lord will shine upon you where you can all be together again one day. Peace and love always.
paulette
September 29, 2010
you will be missed..my thoughts are with your family at this time..
JACKIE MEADE
September 29, 2010
I am really saddened by all of this and struggling for the right words. James you meant everything to my nephew leroy and i am grateful to you for being his best friend. you and leroy were like two peas in a pod.Everytime i saw you were always laughing,smiling and making jokes well don't stop even though you're not here on earth with us but still with us in our hearts. leroy will miss you very much and it's gonna be hard on him for awhile but i'm sure you will tap him on the shoulder and let him know you're still with him in spirit.Thanks James for that special bond you and leroy shared as friends. May you rest in peace and find comfort in the heavenly father.
Katie Noble
September 29, 2010
My condolences are with the family. They have lost a very special person who will forever be remembered and missed. As time goes by I pray things get easier. I pray that God keeps James and his family in his loving arms. James was a good person; he was funny and an amazing older brother to Zack. I will keep James and the family in my prayers
carmn steven robetson
September 29, 2010
james we r going miss u .you still had alots lifein u now u may r.i.p we are not say good bye becuase u alway be ing heart
leroy downs
September 29, 2010
James thank u for being by my side. You were there when I needed a friend and I always looked at you as my cousin even though we werent blood related. You werent just my best friend but to me you were family and Im thankful to have had you in my life to share that wonderful friendship with. Thank you James for all the wonderful memories and for keeping me up late at night, playing video games and goofing off, lol! May you rest in peace and I will see you on the other Buddy! Love you always
Teresa Downs
September 29, 2010
James, you have touched so many lives here on earth and I would like to say thank you for being you and for being my son's best friend. You brought alot of laughter, good times and alot of wonderful memories in my son's life! There will always be a special bond between you and Leroy that no one will ever take away! Thank you for always being there for Leroy! You will be greatly missed and will live forever in our hearts! May your Heavenly Father give you Peace, Love and Eternal Life! Love You
Mandy Chillemi
September 29, 2010
I will keep a special memory of James. A day when I babysat his little brother and he came home from school to help me clean up the house and make dinner for the family. Simple times, but it shows that he was a good kid with a big heart. He will always be remembered.
patricia pennell
September 29, 2010
rest in peace james. I am so thankful that all of you were able to come visit this summer and we were able to spend some time together. I love you and will miss you.
Stacey Dobrick
September 29, 2010
James holds a spot in alot of peoples hearts. I can't express enough our deepest condolences for the family. There are many memories of James that will be kept alive for his rememberance. Our prayers are with you
Melissa
September 29, 2010
I will always remember James for his sense of humor, a loving older brother to Zachary, an avid race car fan, and someone who knew anything and everything about tractors and trucks. James, you will be missed. There are so many people here on earth that love you and will miss the joy you brought to their lives. I pray you find a place next to our heavenly Father. To the Altizer family - you will always and forever be in my thoughts and prayers. I can't imagine the pain you are going through, but know you are in the thoughts and prayers of so many people. I know that won't help lessen the pain, but I hope it helps in some way. I love you all. I am so glad I knew James and your family. You have been there for me through difficult times, I want you to know that I am here for you in any possible way that I can. God Bless and prayers with you always.
Veronica Marble
September 29, 2010
We will miss you terribly James. This world will be a little darker without you in it lighting it up with your laughter. Forever loved- Never forgotten.
James... our graduating son.. Dori and I couldnt have been more proud of all ur hard work...
Christine Altizer
September 29, 2010
James... you r and always have been my "sunshine". The one lullaby that always seems to calm u down, even when u were 17 and spending ur first night back home with me in 11 years.... Savanah insists that i sing it to her just like i did to u and her that first night, holding u both in my arms as i cried... I cant describe how beautiful a moment it was for me to have my too beautiful children together for the first time. You and Savanah seemed to be two polar opposites.. in appearance and in ages... 15 years didnt seem like anything to you and her... U both clung to eachother like birds on a tree limb in a powerful storm while Dori and I proudly watched the two of u together... We all love u... U r and always will be MY baby boy... Love, Mom
September 29, 2010
Sorry to hear about your loss. James was a wonderful person. We will miss him. Our deepest condolences are with his family. We will always be there to help you in need. May James soul rest in peace.
Melanie thomas
Robert Nebeck
September 29, 2010
I am sorry for your loss, no parent should ever have this happen. I wish I had better words to help you and your family heal from this tragedy, but all I can I offer now is my sympathy. If you shall need something from me, then all you have to do is ask and I will do what I can.
James at fungis on the beach in st thomas
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
James and Zach at coxs farm halloween
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
James, Misty, and Kevin in Vegas
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
James and Virginia at the alzheimers walk in washington dc
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
James cheesin before a petty driving exp
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
James, jim, kevin, and zach
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
September 29, 2010
To the Altizer Family: We at Marsteller Middle School are very saddened to hear of James' passing. He always brought a smile to us. Our prayers are with you.
Kevin Altizer
September 29, 2010
I miss my son james more than anyone can possibly imagine. no one will ever understand why things happen the way they do. you touched ervery life you ever came into contact with. i know we will be together again someday. you were my best friend. i will always and forever love you son.
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