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James WAY Obituary

WAY, James James McLaughlin Way, age 46, of Atlanta, died peacefully at his home from complications due to advanced heart failure on Tuesday, October 7, 2014. He is survived by his loving partner of fifteen years, Ann Elizabeth Misner; his son, Lion James Way; his soul-mates and sisters, Caitlin Way and Siobhan Way; his niece, Sophie Way Marcus; the Douds Family; in-laws, Tom and Elsie Misner and the Misner Family; Finn the dog and Mr. PePe the cat; and a host of wonderful friends, acquaintances, and complete strangers who loved him dearly. James was preceded in death by his parents, James Edward and Sarah Cathryn (Douds) Way of Atlanta; his dear friends Craig Smith and Robin Paige; and his beloved Mrs. Nini Mao Way. James Way was a world-renowned artist and painter, a hero, a loving and passionate friend, partner, brother, father. James was blessed by God with a gift that is rare and fragile and changes the internal thermostat of humans, an ability to express himself through his art in a way that moves the soul. Through his God-given talent, and his beautiful, courageous, wounded heart and soul, he gave to humanity, to a community, and to his family. His passionate, open-hearted way of living in this world showed strength, love, reverence, humor, and beauty to all who knew him and to a world that so desperately needs it. A funeral is scheduled for Monday, October 13, 2014 at 2 o'clock at the Cathedral of Christ the King. The visitation is scheduled for Sunday, October 12, 2014 from 5 until 8 o'clock at H. M. Patterson & Son - Spring Hill. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the Lion Way Family Fund in support of his son's care, welfare, and education by visiting any Wells Fargo bank. James Way's work can be viewed at www.waystudios.com. Online condolences may be made at hmpattersonspringhill.com.

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Published by Atlanta Journal-Constitution on Oct. 10, 2014.

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Nurse Jessi

June 11, 2015

Last night I woke up thinking about Mr. Way, and I felt compelled to pray for him and Annie and Lion. James Way was once a patient of mine, and I was privileged to meet his lovely family also. He shared his history with me and the pictures of his art, and I was so moved by his story and his person. I am so sorry to learn of his passing just now, though I suspected it due to his condition. I am so sorry Lion that your dad died. What a beautiful person he was. I pray Jesus will be a comfort to you and your mom. God bless you in Jesus' Name.

L Williams

December 18, 2014

During the past two years I have come to know and love Mr. Way's work. Recently, I was strongly and unceasingly compelled to purchase a piece and am joyous to own it. Today, I learned of his passing and am deeply saddened by the loss of this gifted artist and obviouly beloved man.

Nicci Wright

November 21, 2014

James was a huge inspiration to me when I was a high school art student 20 years ago. I fell in love with his work. My very first painting was a replica of one his paintings. I've been painting on and off for 20 years now. That painting I replicated still remains as one of my favorites. What a talented and inspiring man. Rest in peace and prayers to his loved ones.

Gordon Smith

October 17, 2014

James, always a very loyal and true friend. I loved him, he was the coolest and the best visionary I've ever known. Miss you already

Bethany Arriagada

October 15, 2014

Such a great loss. Prayers to you and your family.

Heather Lindell

October 14, 2014

So sorry for the loss of this beautiful and talented soul.

Ginny Roche-Kelly

October 13, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. I will hold you and Lion in my prayers.

October 12, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. May you find peace and comfort with the memories of all you shared. God Bless your family.
Harris & Susan Mathis

Molly Peterson

October 11, 2014

Dear Annie and Lion, It was so good to welcome you back to First Presbyterian, to celebrate your return. And now this sad news. We will now mourn with you, but hold you up. Love - it is unstoppable, it cannot end, cannot be defeated. I hope you will feel James' gift of love and presence always. God bless you.
With love, Molly Peterson

Greg and Niko Jackson

October 11, 2014

Lion and Annie our playground and skate park buddies. We love James and treasure the time we got to spend with him. One of the few people you ever meet that truly would give you the shirt off his back. We are all fortunate to have James in our lives and memories are one thing thing that cannot be taken away. Peace and love your Way

October 10, 2014

Bless your soul, James......

Joanna Gerber

October 10, 2014

We are so sorry for your loss. We are holding your whole family in the God's Light and Love and in our prayers. Joanna Gerber and family

Janet

October 10, 2014

Heartbroken. Loved all three of you. Always did. Always will.

Duluth Family

October 10, 2014

Our condolences to the Way family in the loss of your love one recently. May fond memories of joyous times together comfort and strengthen you,and more so through your prayers to God who promises to sustain us in times of trials. - Ps 145:18,19

Richard Jones

October 10, 2014

Rest in peace James.

October 10, 2014

Our family shares the sadness all of the Misner and Way families are feeling today. What a remarkable young man and how wonderfully he used his talents. Our heartfelt sympathy. Nancy and Bill Barker, Midland MI

Rachel Fowler

October 10, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss, please know you are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

October 10, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the family over your great loss. May your beautiful memories and God's love comfort and strengthen you in your time of grief - remember that God cares for you - 1 Peter 5 : 7.
White-Atlanta

October 10, 2014

May our Father in heaven be with the family during this grievous time (Psalm 139)

Becky Jarrell

October 9, 2014

Loving you from Midtown, Annie and Lion. Will be praying for these next few days as you gather to remember James and his impact on your lives. Please know I'm here over the next few days, weeks and months if you need to talk, laugh or cry. xo.

Carey Ford

October 9, 2014

Annie and Lion- We love you and are praying for strength, peace and comfort! What a wonderful blessing we had to meet James, and spend some great time with him last March....BIG HUGS!!!!

Brennan Egan

October 9, 2014

I never met James, but my wife loved his paintings, as did I. I know that the world has lost a truly amazing artist and the world will certainly be a little less beautiful because of his passing. To his family we extend our deepest condolences.

Sonny Rivera

October 9, 2014

Annie and Lion... My prayers are with you during this difficult time. I pray you are surrounded by peace, love and comfort. With All My Love, Sonny

Joan, Bill and Will B.

October 9, 2014

Annie and Lion, please know you have our deepest sympathies and that we are sending you warm thoughts during this difficult time.

October 8, 2014

Beautiful artist.

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