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James Sangster Obituary
1935 - 2020
Colonel James "Jim" H. Sangster, Sr, age 84, passed away on September 7, 2020. He was born on October 7, 1935 in Brownsville, TN to Tam Sangster and Tom Ethel Wilson, and grew up in Louisville, KY. He was a graduate of Central State University, Ohio. Jim was commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant in the U.S. Army and attained the rank of Colonel. He served in many staff and command positions, with tours in Vietnam, Germany, and many locations in the U.S. Highlights include having served as Senior Aide, Commanding General, Third Army Corps, Germany; Commander, 4th Battalion, 1st Armored Brigade, Ft. Knox, KY; and Senior Army Advisor, Ohio National Guard. Following his military retirement, Jim served for seven years as the Executive Director of Office of Sponsored Programs, Research and International Affairs at Central State University. Jim will be sadly missed by his loving and devoted wife, Lily; children, Eve and James, Jr, (Natalia); grandsons, Christopher (Henna) Brodkin and Evan Brodkin (Ben); great granddaughters, Aleena and Zaina; and many nieces, nephews, cousins, colleagues, and friends. Family and friends are invited to share their memories of Jim during visitation on THURSDAY, September 17, from 6-8pm at SCHOEDINGER WORTHINGTON, 6699 N High Street, Worthington, Ohio and on FRIDAY, September 18, 2020 from 10AM until services at 11AM at ST JOHN AME Church, 7700 Crosswoods Drive, Columbus, Ohio. Due to current health restrictions, masks are required at all services. Col. Sangster will be laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery, 9571 High Street, Lewis Center, Ohio. Please visit www.schoedinger.com to leave condolences and memories for his family. Donations in Jim's memory may be made to the Paul W. Tibbets Memorial VFW Post 2385, PO Box 61, Worthington, OH 43085 OR the Kenneth L Howard Endowed Scholarship Fund (KLHESF), C/O Columbus Alumni Chapter, Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc, 1461 Mt Vernon Avenue, Columbus, OH 43203.
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Eric Jones
November 29, 2020
Very sorry for your loss.
Darryl O. Parker
September 18, 2020
Very sorry to hear of the passing of James. I did not know him very well, but he was a very kind man, I always enjoyed our conversations. My condolences to the family and may he Rest in Peace.
Evangelist Sunny Adams
September 18, 2020
I pray God's comfort and blessings to the family of James Sangster. You have my prayers during this difficult time. I am glad to know James as a part of the St John AME Church family. God will add His righteousness and grace to fill the vacant space left by James' passing. I love you all.
Evangelist Sunny Adams
Angela Hamber
September 17, 2020
Uncle James will be greatly missed he always had a smile on his face and a great story to tell! Love always
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Nathaniel Jordan II
September 17, 2020
Bro Sangster always gave me great advice. The experience that he had in many areas enabled him to have a vast knowledge that he was always willing to share. Thanks and may God rest your soul.
Flynn Bradley
September 16, 2020
I loved Uncle James, he was always so cool and calm. Extremely intelligent but always listening. I can’t think of a better man to be a role model. Love you Aunt Lily and family. Flynn and Elicia
Doris G. Henderson
September 16, 2020
In recognition of over 50 years of family friendship, we grieve with you.
Jim will be greatly missed
Harold Flowers
September 16, 2020
On behalf of Brother Sangster CSU classmates and Delta Zeta Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity brothers, we offer of sincere and deep condolences to his beloved wife, Lily and the entire Sangster family. Our thoughts and prayers join those of your family and many friends as we remember Jim with sorrow, celebration and thanksgiving. His high achieving impactful life and our friendship will always remain.
Marci Hasty
September 16, 2020
James, The family at the North YMCA will miss your stories and friendship. Our blessings for peace and good wishes for all of his family members.
Sincerely, The staff and volunteers from the North YMCA
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