Ethan Kelly James

2018 - 2018

Ethan Kelly James

Iron Station, North Carolina - Ethan Kelly James blessed our family and this world by his arrival on January 3, 2018, at 3:36 am. Nearly seven hours later, our precious Ethan passed peacefully from his Daddy's arms into those of his Heavenly Father. During his life, both inside the womb and then in the warmth and comfort of his Mother's arms, Ethan's story and beautiful soul touched the lives of many. His encounter with us here may have been brief, but the profound impact on all those who followed the story of his life will be eternal. His existence offered a glimpse into the glory of Heaven and the power of God's immeasurable love. Ethan's precious life will be treasured by all of those who knew him, knew of him, prayed for him, and loved his sweet family through the most bittersweet of times.

On behalf of the James family and extended family, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to the most compassionate and talented medical staff at Presbyterian Hospital, Huntersville. Their encouragement, warmth, and support created the perfect atmosphere for precious Ethan and his loving family.

Ethan Kelly is the son of John and Katie James, of Iron Station, North Carolina. Ethan is survived by two precious siblings, Adelyn (6) and Miller (3) James. He is also survived by paternal grandparents, Willis and Sue James of Hickory, NC, as well as his maternal grandparents, Bill and Myra Mente of Canton, NC, and Mary Howard of Denver, NC. In addition, he will be loved and missed by his Uncle Brian and Aunt Jennifer Lee, and cousins Kelli, Christopher, and Haley Lee of Sherrills Ford, NC; his Uncle KC and Aunt Katie Howard, and cousins Madi, Ryan, and Kyle Howard of Mooresville, NC; and Uncle Kevin and Aunt Mary Knight, and cousins Jake and Kellen Knight of Denver, NC. He was preceeded in death by his loving grandfather, Ron Howard, formerly of Canton, NC.

Funeral services will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 6, 2018 at Spring Hill Baptist Church with the Reverend Chad Sloan officiating. Burial will follow in the church cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, please honor Ethan's life with donations to "Be Not Afraid," an organization whose mission is to provide support to parents experiencing a prenatal diagnosis and carrying to term. Please note your donation is in memory of Ethan James.

Be Not Afraid, 8800 Glenside Street, Huntersville, NC 28078 or http://www.benotafraid.net/Donate

The care of Ethan Kelly James has been entrusted to Wells Funeral Homes and an online memorial register is available at "Obituaries" at www.wellsfuneralhome.com