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James Briggs Obituary
'Jake'
Mr. Briggs, 17, of Matthews died June 22, 2009, at his home.
The son of Peter and Beverly Briggs, James was born in Charlotte on May 22, 1992.
A student at Butler High School, Jake was a member of the wrestling team and was an outstanding athlete in the martial arts.
Surviving family members are his parents Peter and Beverly Briggs of the home; sister Lee Briggs of Charlotte; several aunts, uncles and cousins.
A service to celebrate the life of James will take place on Thursday, June 25th, at 7:30 PM at Matthews United Methodist Church, 801 S. Trade St., Matthews, NC 28105. The family will receive friends at the church from 6:00 to 7:30 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be sent to the church.
Online condolences may be sent to www.carolinafuneral.com.
Carolina Funeral Service & Cremation Center is entrusted with the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for James Briggs
May 23, 2010
i just saw that jake passed away from the memorial page in my yearbook. and i could get it off my mind. i saw him at school. and he was always so polite. i am so sorry for you loss.
Debbie Rucker
April 24, 2010
Pete and Beverly, we are still remember Jake and we're still so very sorry for all the pain in losing your precious son. We love Jake and know how deeply you will miss him. We have been praying for the Lord to hold you in His arms and comfort you during your grief. Jake is a wonderful, delightful young man, who we all enjoyed. In heaven he can train in martial arts with out getting tired or sore, because his heavenly body will not wear out. And the mats are softer than here...I can only imagine.
God bless you and comfort your hearts.
Love,
Debbie and CAJA
Kristy harlow
April 22, 2010
Rest in peace James. I wish I could have talked with you. maybe I could have understood.
Dustin Briggs
October 9, 2009
Sorry, we didn't know. Dusty will miss his cousin.
connie arend
July 17, 2009
i didn't hear of jakes passing until recently. ive had classes with him sense 7th grade,he was always nice to others and just a funny guy. i hate that i never gave him the time of day to get to know him better. but as far as i knew he was a caring kid who always had a good joke to tell. my heart grieves with the briggs family and friends at this time. love and peace to you all.
Spiro Leris
July 2, 2009
To the Briggs family sorry i was so late on the notice but i am sorry of what has happened. James was a great friend and a good one to have. He was a well round kid. I hope everything goes well for ya'll in the future.
Debbie Eldridge
June 26, 2009
To the Briggs Family,
We were all deeply saddened to learn of Jake's passing. Kevin and I enjoyed watching him wrestle in AAU, as his passion for the sport was obvious. My son, Jacob, will miss him during wrestling season and my son, Caleb, will miss not seeing and talking to him at JiuJitsu. May faith in God and your precious memories of Jake sustain you and keep you.
John Hearne
June 26, 2009
Praying for all of you. I didn't know Jake well but he was a great kid and had a great heart.
Linda Hendley
June 26, 2009
I am so sorry to hear about Jake. He and my son Michael were in Taekwondo at SangRock for many years together. He was such a great young man and will be missed by many. Bless you and your family.
June 25, 2009
James, english and aerobics was fun with you this year, senior year will not be the same with out you!! Mr and Mrs. Briggs, I'm sorry for your loss, you had a great son, he was a great friend to talk to.
June 25, 2009
jake was a great kid and it was a great experiance knowing him for the past few years RIP jake you will never be forgotten
Cam Heiliger
June 25, 2009
Briggs Family,
I was deeply saddened to hear of Jake's death. He was a great kid to have in class and I really enjoyed our daily conversations about everything from music to the coincidence of having grown up with his older sister. You have and will continue to be in my thoughts. I will miss seeing his face at Butler very much.
Pat Martin
June 25, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Briggs and Lee,
I remember Jake so well from preschool through his last year at Matthews Elementary. He was such a kind and accepting boy, and I know from reading all the entries in this guest book that he grew into a wonderful young man. May God give you the comfort of knowing that Jake is whole now and you will see him again.
James Nelson
June 25, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Jessica
June 25, 2009
To the Briggs family- I am in awe to have heard this sad news about Jake. He will be missed by all of us!
Nadab Bent
June 25, 2009
Jake we've been friends since middle school and we've had some great times. I'm going to miss not having you in practice giving me motivation to go harder. The team isn't going to be the same without you
Fran Witherspoon
June 25, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Briggs and Lee,
I remember Jake from my Kindergarten class at Matthews Elementary. I have kept up with his wrestling accomplishments through my children at Butler. The last time I saw him, a few months ago, I noticed how mature and what a nice young man he had become. Know that all of you are in my thoughts and prayers and that Jake holds a special place in my heart.
Judy Shedd
June 25, 2009
Dear Peter and Beverly,
I was deely sorrowed at the loss of Jake. I considered him my friend. I enjoyed working out with him in Jujitsu and will miss him.
Deanna Peck
June 25, 2009
To the Briggs Family,
I had the pleasure of teaching Jake for two years. He will be missed in the classroom.
June 25, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Briggs and Lee,
I was and am filled with sadness at learning of Jake's death. I am grateful to have known him from the time he fell off the monkey bars while visiting Lee at recess, to watching him cross the stage at DARE graduation, to random visits when seeing him around town. Jake was easy and eager to talk with...always a pleasure. A gentle-man, he will be missed. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
Mary Patrick
Brandon Nock
June 24, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Briggs i am sorry for your loss. James was a great student, friend and athlete. I was in Jakes english class for two years and can say that english will not be the same with out him next year. Jake we miss you man. Senior year wont be the same with out you bro.
melinda celis
June 24, 2009
Jake was an amazing person. I knew him from the Matthews Police Explorer Program & Butler High School. He had a BIG heart & was willing to help anyone & everyone. He will forever be missed. I send my condolences to all of his family. May god be with you through this time of sorrow.
God Bless!!*
Veronica Gomez Terrana
June 24, 2009
Mr. and Mrs. Briggs, and Lee,
I am terribly sorry for your loss-our loss. I'm so glad I had an opportunity to see Jake last year and the incredible young MAN he had become. You are all in my prayers and Jake remains in my heart.
Roddy Roseman
June 24, 2009
Beverly and Peter,
You are in my thoughts and prayers. We will all miss you Jake.
Ron Rindone
June 24, 2009
Beverly and Peter: I am sorry for your loss! My heart goes to you and your family in this time. He was a great young man, and a good friend to my son Ronnie. He will be missed by all, but never forgotten. He will be with all the wrestlers in the coming year in heart and soul. We will never forget him and his smile. May GOD BLESS!!
Ronnie Rindone
June 24, 2009
Jake you will be missed so much. Wrestling by your side at every match was a honor. R.I.P James. Peter and Beverly you guys will be in are payers.
Jacob Bobeng
June 24, 2009
jake wrestling just wont be the same next year. Rest in peace
June 24, 2009
Beverly and Peter,
I am so sorry for your loss.Jake was a great young man with a big heart. He was a great example for other young men in the respect and kindness he showed.I will miss watching him wrestle and his great smile!! God takes the good ones first..We will miss him..Love the Stanley family
Dana Collins
June 24, 2009
Beverly and Peter, We are so very sorry to learn of the passing of your son, Jake. He was always so pleasant and courteous. He had a great smile. We had been following his progress in sports and were so proud of him. We will be praying for you and your family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. Know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Dale Burris
June 24, 2009
You are in my thoughts and prayers......... He will be missed.....
John Carothers
June 24, 2009
Jake, We went through many battles together, judo,wrestling and life.You always had a smile on your face. You made a great transition from judo to wrestling.I'm sure you will make a great transition from earth to heaven. I will miss you.
John Carothers
I will miss you Jake
June 24, 2009
Calvin Fleming
June 24, 2009
Jake was an awesome young man. His strong work ethic would carry him far. I had the privilege of being one of his instructors in Taekwondo Martial Arts. Jake always brought with him all the things he was involved in. He talked about them and was always anxious to share his knowledge. Jake was raised to be respectful, and it showed in his attitude and how he treated others. I will forever miss his infectious smile.
Debbie Rucker
June 24, 2009
Pete and Beverly, we are so very sorry for all the pain in losing your precious son. We love Jake and know how deeply you will miss him. We have been praying for the Lord to hold you in His arms and comfort you during your grief. Jake is a wonderful, delightful young man, who we all enjoyed. In heaven he can train in martial arts with out getting tired or sore, because his heavenly body will not wear out. And the mats are softer than here...I can only imagine.
God bless you and comfort your hearts.
Love,
Debbie and CAJA
David Denk
June 24, 2009
I'll miss you "Stomper!" Rest in peace.
Sean Knight
June 24, 2009
Jake man, you were a great friend.you always helped people when they needed it and humoured us at all times. As for the entire briggs famiy, my thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort
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