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He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Katherine Arthur, and a sister, Leonora Coleman. James is survived by his wife of 58 years, Amelia M. Arthur; two daughters, Ruth Anselmo (Troy) of Yorktown and Mary Pincus (Joseph) of Gloucester; seven grandchildren, Donna (Alec), Celia (Clint), Nicholas, Monica, James, Melinda, and Nathan; and a sister, Katherine Bryce, of Walnut Creek, CA.
James graduated in 1956 from Mt. Holly High School in N.C., served six years in the U.S. Army Reserves, including six months active duty, and graduated from North Carolina State University in 1961 with a degree in Metallurgical Engineering. He worked for almost 47 years in the Material Test Laboratory of Newport News Shipbuilding, until retiring in 2007.
He loved his family and enjoyed years of volunteer service with Northampton Presbyterian Church in Hampton and St. Luke's United Methodist Church in Yorktown. James' retirement years were spent with his grandchildren and working with youth and leaders in the 4-H Patriot Shooting Club.
A memorial service will be held Monday, January 6 at 10:00 a.m. at St. Luke's United Methodist Church, 300 Ella Taylor Rd., Yorktown, VA. 23692.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Luke's United Methodist Church Building Fund. Arrangements are under the care of Peninsula Funeral Home, 11144 Warwick Blvd., Newport News, VA 23601.
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James Loftin
January 15, 2020
James [Jabo] was my class mate and friend. He was one of the smartess men I have known. He will be greatly missed! James Loftin
With Niece Sarah Coleman-Craig, Walnut Creek 2009
Katherine "Kacky" Arthur Bryce
January 6, 2020
At the Post Inn, Big Sur, October 2007
Katherine "Kacky" Arthur Bryce
January 6, 2020
With his sisters, Leonora and Katherine, Big Sur CA, October 2007 October
Katherine "Kacky" Arthur Bryce
January 6, 2020
At the 18th Hole at Pebble Beach, October 2007
Katherine "Kacky" Arthur Bryce
January 6, 2020
January 6, 2020
I have very fond memories of Mr. Arthur, having grown up Northampton Presbyterian Church. What a wonderful man! Please know that you are in my prayers.
Amy Haynes Morris
Henrico, VA
James 2016
David Bryce
January 6, 2020
Kathleen Murray
January 5, 2020
The Zanti family will be forever grateful for the time and talent that James shared with our junior shooters on the Patriot Shooting team. He was one of the first members to welcome our kids to the team, sharing his knowledge of shooting and living the life of a true servant leader. He cheerfully served as the Treasurer, a thankless but important job. He was always quick to volunteer to travel with the team to away matches, never complaining about the long drives to Ohio and Alabama. His pride in the kids was evident, especially in the pride he showed for everything his family did. In all things it was evident that his family came first. Sending our deepest condolences and prayers to the Arthur and Pincus and Anselmo families.
David Rice
January 5, 2020
Family,
I worked with James at NNS. He was always a gentleman and was the "go-to" person for metallurgy questions at NNS. I missed our technical discussions after his retirement. He was a positive influence and will be missed by all who knew him. I pray God's peace on you during this time.
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