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John Perry James

FUNERAL HOME

Family Funeral Care - Memphis

4925 Summer Ave

Memphis, Tennessee

John James Obituary

JOHN "Pops" "JJ" PERRY JAMES, 59, of Memphis, has taken his last ride and now will ride with no dangers. John passed away on September 6, 2007 with his wife, Melanie Alexander James at his bedside. He was preceded in death by his father, Ezra W. James. He is survived by his beloved mother, Thelma L. James; and his blood brother, Dennis W. James and wife, Dianne; his wife, Melanie Alexander James; daughter, Hope Clippinger and her husband, Larry; and the loves of his life, grandchildren, Bailey, Warren Camille and Lily May. His in-laws, James and Brownie Alexander express their gratitude for John being a part of their lives. John leaves many, many friends; and his brothers and sisters of the Vietnam Veterans Motorcycle Club. He served as an Airman in the Navy during the Vietnam War. He was employed with Ingram Micro in Millington and was a former employee of Firestone and the Memphis Defense Depot. He will have a visitation from 6-8 p.m. Thursday at the Family Funeral Care on Summer Avenue. His service will be at 9:30 a.m. Friday at the funeral home. Burial will follow in West Tennessee Veterans Cemetery. John loved life, his family and his many friends and he thanks all who let him be himself. Pops wishes that in lieu of flowers, memorials will be made to Le Bonheur Children's Hospital in thanks for the hospital's care of hisgrandchildren. J.J. wises to thank the Red and Black Nation for allowing him the honor of wearing the VNVMC patch. Family Funeral Care 901-761-8000

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Published by The Commercial Appeal from Sep. 9 to Sep. 12, 2007.

Memories and Condolences
for John James

14 Entries

Wilhelmina (Willi) Alfonso (formerly Weber and Honeycutt)

September 27, 2007

I just heard of John's death, and am so very shocked and saddened by this. I have not seen John in many years, but he was one of the best, most caring, biggest-hearted guys I knew. I was close friends with Dennis and knew John through him for many years. God bless you all in this tough time.

annette delashmit, ray

September 25, 2007

melanie,i'm so sorry for your lose. john was the BEST.he loved his family the with all his heart. i will miss him dearly. I'm so lucky to have known John.

Sabrina Martin

September 19, 2007

Melanie,
We will miss John and remember him fondly with each passing day. He will always be special to me for the care he took in the car that I later was fortunate enough to own. My friends and I named the car Johnny. I kept his handgun magazines on the dash until they were too faded to recognize any more. John and I always had a good laugh at that. I figured he was helping to watch out for me while I was running around with my friends. I will always remember John's quick smile and laughter. He made everyone feel welcome to be around. I was blessed to have known him. We love you and think of you daily.

Cleveland Jones

September 13, 2007

My prayers go out to the family of JJ. A co-worker from Ingram Micro.
God Bless.

Joe Hosey and Staff of Family Funeral Care Summer Avenue Chapel

September 12, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Mack McCollum

September 11, 2007

John,

We were kids in school together. We were brothers in the war and we were brothers on the road. I am going to miss you!

Melanie,

I am so sorry for your loss and just wanted to express my sympathies. I just found out that he had passed away. I will truly miss John.

Glenda Myers

September 10, 2007

Mel,

I just wanted to let you know how much I loved and appreciated John. He always took the time to listen to even the smallest things. I will miss him truely. May you find peace and comfort during the days ahead. My prayers and thoughts are with you and the family.

Glenda (Barron) Myers

Tonja Benson

September 9, 2007

Our hearts and prayers are with your family. John will be missed dearly.

From his extended Ingram Micro Family,

Returns Dept

James & Becky Ward

September 9, 2007

Mel,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all the family. Please call if anything is needed.

BUCK SHOT

September 9, 2007

To the family of "JJ" I will miss my respected Friend and give you my
deepest sympathies

Cindi McGee

September 9, 2007

Melanie,
May you find comfort in the memories of John during this difficult time of loss.
You and your family will remain in my prayers.

Susan Maharrey

September 8, 2007

Melanie,
My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.
Sincerely,
Susan Maharrey

Veda Mills

September 8, 2007

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. He was loved by all of us.

Craig Ladd

September 8, 2007

Melanie, Wanted you and your family to know how sorry I was to here of John's passing. I am an old friend of his, he and I knew each other during our high school days.My deepest sympathy to you and your family.

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