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James Sifford Obituary

James Fredrick Sifford, age 63, of Salisbury passed away Friday, May 18, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center. Mr. Sifford was born May 12, 1955 in Rowan County a son of the late Helen Lucille Propst Sifford and Fred James Sifford. He was a graduate of South Rowan High School Class of 1973 and retired from Reynolds Aluminum and later worked for HBD. James was of Methodist faith. Those left to cherish his memories are his sons, Joshua Sifford of China Grove and Jason Allen (Stephanie) of Rockwell; daughters, Jamie Chavez (Pedro) of Miami, Fla. and Jessica Cross (Tyler) of Clover, S.C.; grandchildren, Cassidy Allen, Madison Allen and Jaxton Cross; sisters, Brenda Sloop (Doug) of Granite Quarry and Joyce Ervin of Salisbury; nephews, Travis and Tyler Sloop and Thomas Ervin; and many dear and special friends. Visitation: 2-3 p.m., Sunday May 20, at Summersett Funeral Home. Memorial Service: 3 p.m., at Summersett Memorial Chapel. Memorials: South Rowan JROTC, 1655 Patterson St., China Grove, NC 28023. Summersett Funeral Home is serving the Sifford family. Online condolences may be made at www.summersettfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Salisbury Post on May 20, 2018.

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Connie Overcash

May 26, 2018

Sending Prayers for the Family. He was a Senior when I was a Sophomore at South Rowan. He was always happy and full of so much life. May he rest in Peace.

Robin (Yost) McLaughlin

May 22, 2018

Thoughts and prayers to the family during this time of sorrow and loss. May God surround you with His love and give you peace.

Ann (Shortcake) Jordan

May 22, 2018

I am in shock, just saw this and so sorry to hear of your loss. I met him when he would come to the Party House and then Varsity in Kannapolis, he kept us laughing and we would have him laughing at us. I know that he is somewhere at peace making laughter a part of the day for all. May God Bless you as you prepare to say farewell to a loved one. Remember that God is only a Prayer away. If there is anything that I can do I'll be at the Party House.

June Pryor

May 21, 2018

A candle for my friend. Your wonderful laugh made me laugh.

Linda Long

May 21, 2018

Just read this; so sorry. Comfort and peace from God to all concerned. James was loved by all lives he touched.

Carolyn A. Ward

May 21, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family and friends for your loss. may you find peace and comfort in knowing God cares for you during this time of grief. May he give you strength to to carry on as the days and weeks pass. 1 Peter 5:6,7.

May 21, 2018

I will always remember me as the little boy that followed your mother every where. Talked to him at the Rowan Mills Reunion, he remembered me. May God be with all the family in this time of sorrow.
Erma Yost-Hewett

Mandy Sifford

May 20, 2018

Such a sweet and loving man. He will surely be missed. To all of his family please know that you all are in my thoughts and prayers..

Terry Burleyson

May 20, 2018

I knew James from the days of playing Little League baseball, through our times playing sports at China Grove Jr high school, South rowan HS. James smiled all the time. He was a good friend of mine, I haven't seen him in a long time, but that doesn't mean that I ever forgot about our relationship and time spent. I send prayer's and encouragement to the family, God wrap your loving arms around his family.

Bob Chandler

May 20, 2018

I will always remember you as a true friend from the first grade at Kizer school. You will be missed.

Wade Nesbit

May 20, 2018

James Sifford was a TRUE friend. I cannot think of all the GOOD Times and things we have shared over the years . I love you Brother. And I was so Proud of Josh-Jamie and Jessica for being at his bedside during his illness. Haven gained a awesome MAN. See you again someday Brother. ❤. Dr Nez. / Gator

Connie Swicegood

May 20, 2018

Lord be with this family in this most difficult time. James will be missed by many family, friends and neighbors but he is rejoicing with his Lord.

Bo Butler

May 20, 2018

Joyce, Brenda & family, I am so sorry to hear about James. He was so sweet and will be missed by all who knew him. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Cherish all the precious memories...that does help.
Warmest regards.
Bo (Smith) Butler

George and Anne Kimball

May 20, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your loss. May God Bless you and keep you in his care.

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