Wapato, Washington
1942 - 2011
Edward Charles James, 68, of Wapato, passed away in his sleep on February 4, 2011. He was born at home in Fayetteville, N.C., to Eddie James and Lucille Smith James on 4/19/1942, the eldest of four children. Because they were a military family, Edward moved often. In his youth, his parents...
Read MoreDear Steve: What a blessing to read your messages, one a year later, and to re-read your 2011 message. Ed would be pushing his 83 birthday this 25th year of the 21st Century. Kirstin and I miss him daily and your words are gift this evening. Take good care, Mary
Mary C. James
February 01, 2025 | Family
My sweet Uncle Sonny,I will forever remember you!
Beverly James (mcgilberry)
February 01, 2024 | Family
I look back now as a 41 year old man and remember Ed. How much of an individual he was and how much he inspired me. He was the first person (when I was a young man) to tel me "embrace YOU" and, "it is okay to be different". Man oh man. I miss you Ed! You changed my life! Thank you sir for being you!!!
Steve Warnaca
February 01, 2023 | Work
I met Ed when I was a young punk kid with tattoos and stretched ears. He was my supervisor fighting wildland fires. At first, I was blown away by his eccentric personality, but as soon as that faded, it's his heart that really amazed me.
Ed was a great man who stood up fro what he thought was right, no matter who thought he was wrong. He spoke of his wife with a reverance that I will never forget.
As a supervisor, he taught me to always do the right thing, even...
Steve Warnaca
December 12, 2011 | Juneau, AK
Dearest Friends in Ellensburg and Cle Elum:
In late January, Edward and I took my mother for a drive from Ellensburg to Cle Elum. Rather than take the freeway, Edward choose the "back roads" that he knew from his "forest warden" days.
We drove by farms and ranches, pioneer cemetaries, and areas where he had helped put out small fires. We passed by the Cle Elum DNR station as we came into town.
Edward told us stories and Mom who is not well really enjoyed...
Mary James
March 06, 2011 | Wapato, WA
I met Edward while working at Internal Medicine (Dr. Johnson's)in Ellensburg. He would tell me such interesting stories while getting his blood work. I always learned something. He always had a smile and zest for life. He will be missed greatly.
Karen Mather
February 11, 2011 | Ellensburg, WA
my uncle was a man larger than life,his dignity,his wisdom,and caring stern message was always achieve the most you can with the knowledge god instilled in you,if one day I could be half the man,i will have acomplished great things,keep dancing around the campfire with your american indian brothers,one day i hope to see you,peace,your nephew who thinks the world of you,timmy
timothy vinson
February 11, 2011 | Fayetteville, NC
dear aunt mary,i will alway's remember uncle sonny,his warmth,and great big laugh,his loving advice to a young girl.may god bless you and kirsten.love beverly.
beverly james {mcgilberry}
February 11, 2011 | Beverly, WV
My deepest sympathies to all family and friends as Ed will be greatly missed.Ed was a great guy,always willing to help. He was a fun addition in our Latin class and a friend to all he met. From his priceless stories to his joking or his kindness and one of a kind character he will be remembered.Rest in peace Ed, you will be missed my friend.
Sandra Hoptowit
February 09, 2011 | Union Gap, WA