Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
BORN
1929
DIED
2019
FUNERAL HOME
Lloyd James Obituary
Corpus Christi - Lloyd Dewey James, Jr., a great man with a gentle soul was called into the arms of God on May 13, 2019. He was 89 years young. Lloyd was born September 28th, 1929 to Ada Yeoman and Lloyd Dewey James, Sr. in Corpus Christi. He graduated from Dayton High School in Dayton, Texas, at the age of 16 and eventually went to work for Southwestern Bell Telephone Company. He married his wife, Fayetta Boyett, from Beeville, Texas in 1949 and shortly after enlisted in the Air Force and spent four years as a communication and radar expert. Leaving the military in 1953, he arrived with his wife and baby, Deborah, in Alice, Tx. where he resumed his job with Southwestern Bell. With a move to Corpus Christi in 1962, there he and his family lived and he remained until his death. He endured the split between Bell and AT&T and after 37 years retired for the first time. Two years later he went to work for the county at the Nueces County Courthouse caring for the same instrumentation that he installed when the courthouse was new. He retired again after 18 years of faithful service.
Lloyd was a devoted family man, great friend an amazing Christian man. He was well loved by all because he loved all well.
He is survived by his daughter, Deborah Kelley (Stephen) of Fair Oaks Ranch, TX., his two grandsons, Josh Kelley (Amber) of Austin, and Matthew Kelley of Houston, he has one great-granddaughter, Hannah Layne Kelley of Houston, his youngest sister, Ann Farrell (Corey) of Appleby, TX., and eleven nieces and nephews.
Lloyd was preceded in death by his wife, Fayetta, of 54 years in 2003, his older sisters, Clara Mae Ellison and Catherine Wallace.
Lloyd was a man who never met a stranger and never knew how loved he was by all who knew him. He loved God, family, golf and chicken fried steak with extra gravy. His life was good.
A Visitation will be held at 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 17, 2019 at Seaside Funeral Home. A Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 18, 2019 at Second Baptist Church. Interment to follow at Seaside Memorial Park.
To share words of comfort with the family please visit: www.seasidefuneral.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for Lloyd James
Sponsored by Seaside Memorial Park & Funeral Home.
4 Entries
Sharon Nancie Mayer
February 2, 2023
I knew Lloyd and Faye as a child and into adulthood. I had lost track and didnt know they had passed away. They were fantastic people
Pete Magarelli
June 20, 2019
I had the pleasure to play a few rounds of golf with Lloyd last year and he sure was a pleasure to be around. I felt as though I had known him for years and we had just met. You are right. Lloyd lived a great life and brightened many including mine!
Pete Magarelli
Joel Jackson
May 17, 2019
What a great man of God who loved all those around him. He will be missed!
May 17, 2019
"The man with two names" as I sometimes referred to Lloyd.
Lloyd, the gentleman whom always wore a smile, had a kind word, and cheerful heart.
He was dearly love by all at the courthouse and was truly miss when he retired. I look forward to once again visit with him in heaven. God created a good one in LLoyd.
Peace and comfort to the family.
Michael Molina
Showing 1 - 4 of 4 results
Make a Donation
in Lloyd James's name
Memorial Events
for Lloyd James
May
17
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Seaside Memorial Park & Funeral Home4357 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
Funeral services provided by:
Seaside Memorial Park & Funeral Home4357 Ocean Drive, Corpus Christi, TX 78412
How to support Lloyd's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Lloyd James's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored