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James Yeldell Obituary

James Oliver Yeldell Jr. NORFOLK - James Oliver Yeldell Jr. was called home to be with the Lord Monday, Sept. 14, 2009. He was born Nov. 8, 1965, in Norfolk. He continued his education at Virginia State University where he found one of his callings, commentating for the Trojans. He is survived by his wife of nine years, Lissa Yeldell; parents, Mary and James O. Yeldell Sr. of Norfolk; three sisters, Pam Abrams (Paul) of Colorado Springs, Colo., Nichole Jones (James) of Norfolk and Cheryl Allen (Eric) of Maryland; nieces, Lynaie' and Mayia; nephews, Blake and Khiry; and a host of godchildren, other relatives and friends. A funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday in the chapel of Metropolitan Funeral Service, 7246 Granby St. Interment will be in Roosevelt Memorial Park, Chesapeake. The family will receive friends from 6 to 8 p.m. Friday at the funeral home. Condolences may be offered at www.metropolitanfuneralservice.com.

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Published by The Virginian-Pilot on Sep. 24, 2009.

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September 29, 2009

Yeldell family, Bro Yeldell will be miss, but not forgotten. I will miss seeing him in worship service and hearing him on the radio, and car dealership. May God give you all much comfort during your time of bereavement. In Christian Love,Sis Anne Thompson

Bobby Crute

September 25, 2009

Oh no, not my brother! James and I have been through a lot at Virginia State and working together at Pizza Hut. I will miss your jokes and times you helped hype up the band before the game and during the games..You was always willing to give advice in time of need and I thank you. I will miss you brother. I thank the Lord for allowing you to cross my path. To your family I'm sorry for your loss, but I know James was not the one to want to see sad faces. Just know that he is in a better place and still smiling.

Sonyaa Smith

September 25, 2009

"Like a comet racing cross the evening sky, gone to soon". Seems like only yesterday behind Foster Hall playing flag football, setting in the pub have a evening drink and lets not forget the gym jams. James you were always in the middle of things you and the Fry Bunch. Now, your resting in the Fathers arms. Take your rest, you have run a good race and yes, your work will speak for you. Peace Head.

Will Barnes

September 25, 2009

May the Yeldell family be kept in God's comfort, praise, and glory .. Head, its been many years since I seen you but you always had a smile on your face when i came up to homecoming .. Be eternally easy my brother ..

Fran Crute

September 25, 2009

Wow, I have so many memories of you James. Working at Pizza Hut with you was one of the best, carefree times in my life. You are a dear friend to me and I will miss your smile and your words of encouragement. You always had my back and for that I thank you. I know you have touched the lives of so many others and I pray that your family will find solace in that during this time. You will always be a very special person in my life and I am so thankful to God for meeting you.

Jimmy Hill

September 24, 2009

Lisa and the Yeldell family may the Lord 's blessings of comfort be with you at this time. James thrived off one thing , his family. James made things right with the Lord , and asked only to comfort his family whenever the time came. I am truly missing my good friend of nearly 25 years. James , " keep rising to the top, it ain't no half steppn". The party is slowing down but not over. Love you.

C Moody

September 24, 2009

Head you were/are my friend and brother. We had more good times than I have space to talk about. So I will just say hold it down in Heaven til I get there hommie.
Put a word into the Big Guy that I want to win the mega millions and don't eat all the fryed chicken...R.I.P.
HEY NOW!!! FUNKY LIVE!!!

Andrea Robertson-Cuffee

September 24, 2009

Lissa, I wanted to let you know you are in my prayers and how sorry I am to hear of your loss. James worked with my son, Sean for a very long time and was a good friend.

May God bless you in this time of deep sorrow.

Gregg Hutton

September 24, 2009

James "Head" - Funky Live!! You will be missed but not forgotten. No one knows why the Lord called you home so soon, but know that you left a mark in our hear and in our lives. Love you man!! Double G

EJ Hamlette

September 24, 2009

Frat you are the first to cross into Fry Omega Land but you wont be the last. Rest in peace and know we all love ya!!! Funky Live!!!

Shawn Suzzette Foote

September 24, 2009

James..My fellow Trojan, Your smile always made me smile, it lit up a room as you walked in. Now I know your in Heaven and your smiling cause the Sun is shining here on Earth!! Rest in Peace my friend. We will see one another again!!! Woo-Woo!! Funky Live!! and last but not least... HEY NOW!!!

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