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Amelia "Amy" James

Des Moines, Iowa

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Amelia "Amy" JamesDes MoinesJ. Amelia "Amy" MacNeil James, 90, passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2014 at Wesley Acres, Des Moines, Iowa, where she resided. Visitation will be from 1-5:00 p.m., Sunday, January 4, 2015 at Iles Dunn's Chapel, 2121 Grand Avenue in Des Moines. Funeral services will...

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Yes, of course, Amy and Vincent are permanently a part of my memories. When I arrived at the El Vergel Agricultural School in late 1958, Viance was Director/Principal of the school. I remember their home being a "Grand Central Station" with students passing in an out continually. They were loving parents to those kids.

Dear Wes, Steve and family, At the same time we were saddened at the news of your mother's passing, we had to rejoice in her long life and the service to humanity that she and your dad continued to give even after retirement. When I went to Chile in 1958, I had the privilege to teach under your dad in the El Vergel Agricultural School. We became friends as well as colleagues. During those years. As a new, single missionary, they were a "guide and stay" for me. We know you must miss your...

To Wes, Steve and James family- I am sending you love and prayers. Amy was an amazing woman who lived a life of service to others. She now rests in peace in god's hands.

Sincerely, Jan Burrows