Tumwater, Washington
July 19, 1943 - May 3, 2015
Melvin E. James Melvin Everett "Popa" James, 71, passed away May 3, 2015 in Tumwater, WA, after battling brain cancer. He was born July 19, 1943 to Orlando Robert "Cap" and Ruby Annabele James in Grand Island, NE. He served in the U.S. Marine Corps (1961-1965), married Kathleen Etta Rau in 1992,...
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Missing you so much. I'm so grateful for all the time we shared and the many happy memories. You gave unconditional love; provided support and guidance and were the most wonderful father. You are always with me. Love, Kelly
kelly Monahan
May 12, 2015 | Everett, WA
Mel was a mentor, friend, fishing buddy, crabbing buddy and helped me so much at our beach house. He was supposed to grow old with us, but someone changed the plans. Life is very unfair sometimes with all the curve balls we are thrown along the way. Loved our happy hours together, cheering to crown rocks! Will miss you every day Melvin! Cheers till we see you on the other side.
Jim Monahan
May 12, 2015 | Clinton, WA
Mel this candle is for you. You were and will always be the light in so many people's lives. You are gone now, but my friend you will never be forgotten. Love you Boss. Rest in peace.
Laura Glover
May 11, 2015 | Tumwater, WA
The Marines and Corpsmen of the Pierce County Detachment #504 Marine Corps League, Share in Your Loss. Rest in Peace Marine, Semper Fi!
George Hilbish
May 11, 2015 | Lakewood, WA
We are sorry for your loss although we haven't seen Mel for some time we have many great memories of camping, fishing and bowling together.God Bless. The Tester Family.
Chad Tester
May 10, 2015 | Mill Creek, WA
I'm glad to have had you as my "brother" by marriage. You were a wonderful man. I'm so happy I was able to reconnect with you over this past year. Darren, Kim and Kelly and all of the family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Diane deJong
Diane deJong
May 08, 2015 | Lake Stevens, WA
