Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Harrison's Funeral Home - Orange Mound

2647 Carnes Avenue

Memphis, Tennessee

JAMES BUFORD Obituary

West Memphis - JAMES E. BUFORD, 69, of West Memphis, AR, retired Post Master in West Memphis, AR, 1963 graduate of Hamilton High School, 1975 graduate of LeMoyne-Owen College and member of Omega Psi Phi Fraternity passed away suddenly on Thursday, March 7, 2013. He was a longtime member of Olivet Baptist Church and served as a deacon and member of the male chorus of Olivet Fellowship Baptist Church. Family will receive friends on Tuesday, March 12, 2013 from 5-7 p.m. at Harrison’s Funeral Home Chapel, 2647 Carnes Avenue. Visitation: Wednesday, March 13, 2013 from 10-10:55 a.m. at First Baptist Church Broad, 2835 Broad Avenue where he was a member and sung with the male chorus. Funeral Ceremony at 11 a.m. Interment in New Park Cemetery, 4536 Horn Lake Road. Pastor Keith Norman officiating. James leaves to cherish his memory, his loving wife of 48 years, Sarah Caldwell Buford, his sons, Jason (Joycelyn) Buford, Jeffery (Marisha) Buford, his daughter, Marissa Buford, ten grandchildren, his brother-in-law, Herman A. (Jenny) Caldwell, two sisters-in-law, Aritie Wiley and Ostella M. Caldwell, his nieces, his nephew, other relatives and friends. 901-452-7331

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Commercial Appeal on Mar. 10, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for JAMES BUFORD

Not sure what to say?





March 12, 2013

Dear Sarah and Family,

Treasure the memories of James.
We are thinking of you and wishing you strength.

The Kelley Family, Morristown, New Jersey

Patrick Johnson

March 12, 2013

To the Buford Family, may God be a solace of peace in these times. My heart felt prayers and condolences are with your family.

Sincerely,
Patrick Johnson/Fraternity Brother

March 12, 2013

Mrs Sarah, I would like to send our love and respect to you and your family in the passing of Mr. Buford.Your family will always have a special place in my heart, Love you much Virginia Green, Marion, Ar.

SANDRA CUMMINGS

March 11, 2013

Extending our deepest sympathy on the loss of your love one and praying that your faith will give you strength in this sad time.
Paulette Cummings and Sandra Cummings Richmond

Rev. Janice Frazier-Scott

March 11, 2013

Soror Buford:

I will always cherish the days that we spent together at Olivet and Olivet Fellowship under Pastor K. T. Whalum Sr. Those were the days!

We will miss Brother Buford and his smiling face. Thank you for being the wonderful person that you were. We will be praying for you and family Sarah.

Adrian Baskin

March 11, 2013

Praying for you and your family.
Adrian Baskin, Basileus
Epsilon Phi Chapter
Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.

March 10, 2013

TO THE BUFORD FAMILY, MAY THE PEACE OF GOD THAT SURPASSES ALL UNDERSTANDING GUIDE YOUR HEARTS AND MINDS THRU CHRIST. I PRAY PEACE, PATIENCE AND UNDERSTANDING FOR YOUR FAMILY.

DEBORAH THOMPSON CHATMAN, MPHS TN

Melvin Tate

March 10, 2013

Rip OMEGA BRO

Barbara & Joseph C. Kirk

March 10, 2013

Sarah, you and James are like a sister & brother to us. We will continue to keep in touch with you.

Showing 1 - 9 of 9 results

Make a Donation
in JAMES BUFORD's name

Memorial Events
for JAMES BUFORD

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Harrison's Funeral Home - Orange Mound

2647 Carnes Avenue, Memphis, TN 38114

How to support JAMES's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor JAMES BUFORD's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more