James E. Buskey

The Honorable Alabama State Representative Mr. James Buskey was honored with the renaming of a street for him in Mobile, Alabama, August 21, 2025. James is my cousin by way of my grandmother, Ms. Lillie Buskey Gregory; she is the sister of James´ father, the Rev. Charles (Charlie) Buskey. James was a godsend to his immediate and extended family and numerous people throughout the world with his love of life and actions to improve humanity, laughter, and steps that led by example. There very...

My memory of Mr Buskey was he caught me in the hallway during lunch period at Williamson. I was in Mr. Miller's music class and I asked to go to the bathroom. Instead of going back to class, I walked down to the end of the hallway. Guess who I ran into, yes, Mr. Buskey. He didn't take me to the office however, he made me follow him around. Everybody thought I was in trouble. He will be truly missed.

Our condolences and prayers to the family. Mr.Buskey was the assistant principal at Lillie B Williamson High school during my 4yrs. Truly was a blessing

I met Mr. James Buskey through my father, Cleveland Rivers. They were friends and members of Aimwell Baptist Church. They held each other in high esteem. My dad's respect for Mr. Buskey was based on his belief in developing young minds through education and community responsibility. Mr. Buskey was a true beacon wherever he landed. His stature and his life was surely reflected in the words of Karl Menninger: "What the teacher is, is more important than what he teaches. May God continue to...

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Well done, Representative James Buskey (Matthew 25:21). Enter into the joy of the Lord and rest in peace. May God comfort your wife Virgia, your siblings and entire family as they grieve their great loss.

My deepest condolences to the family, you will be missed Mr Buskey you were my assistant principal at Williamson high, and also my landlord we really miss you R.I.P Yolanda Lucas

RIP Mr. B. I will always remember you my freshman at Williamson High School.