Jacquelyn Ann James

It is hard to believe that a year has passed. You still live in my heart with memories of knowing you in Nashville as Fisk students, in Pittsburgh as young moms and in later years at a distance but still friends. Peace.

I didn't know we had so much in common until a thanksgiving dinner long ago where we had a chance to speak. Miss Jackie was a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. The first black collegiate sorority. Our organizations share the same council. She told me of stories and important memories that I truly appreciated. I remember feeling happy in knowing I had family who also shared this common interest. Thanks for sharing your stories and your passions. It was great insight for me....

Thank you to Jacque for coming to Portland Oregon in the early 1990's to help us reconfigure our Social Justice work at First Unitarian Church. I started the Community for Earth, and it is a vibrant part of our congregation. We have a full time Social Justice Director. Rest in peace, Jacque.

Rest in power, dear friend and mentor.

She was a strong and patient leader in our church. The educator in her was always working. On a personal level, we loved her laugh. Her presence will be truly missed.

The First UU Church in Pittsburgh was a special place when Jacqui was the RE Director. We affectionately called her "Mom James," as she embodied the spirit of a community thoughtfully raising its young people. Jacqui was a positive influence on so many of us; may her memory continue to encourage and inspire.

We met at Fisk as Early Entrants. Lovely soul. Sis Hildred Roach-Stafford

May you Rest in Peace and Power, Jacqui. While I did not know you very well, I had great respect for your work.