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James Harrison Arthur Jr.

Newport News, Virginia

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James Harrison Arthur, Jr., of Yorktown, 81, joined his Heavenly Father on January 3, 2020, after a long battle with COPD. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Katherine Arthur, and a sister, Leonora Coleman. James is survived by his wife of 58 years, Amelia M. Arthur; two...

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James [Jabo] was my class mate and friend. He was one of the smartess men I have known. He will be greatly missed! James Loftin

With Niece Sarah Coleman-Craig, Walnut Creek 2009

At the Post Inn, Big Sur, October 2007

With his sisters, Leonora and Katherine, Big Sur CA, October 2007 October

At the 18th Hole at Pebble Beach, October 2007

I have very fond memories of Mr. Arthur, having grown up Northampton Presbyterian Church. What a wonderful man! Please know that you are in my prayers.
Amy Haynes Morris
Henrico, VA

James 2016

The Zanti family will be forever grateful for the time and talent that James shared with our junior shooters on the Patriot Shooting team. He was one of the first members to welcome our kids to the team, sharing his knowledge of shooting and living the life of a true servant leader. He cheerfully served as the Treasurer, a thankless but important job. He was always quick to volunteer to travel with the team to away matches, never complaining about the long drives to Ohio and Alabama. His...

Family,
I worked with James at NNS. He was always a gentleman and was the "go-to" person for metallurgy questions at NNS. I missed our technical discussions after his retirement. He was a positive influence and will be missed by all who knew him. I pray God's peace on you during this time.