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JAMES FISHBACK Obituary

FISHBACK, JAMES PHILLIP - age 57, passed away peacefully at his home after a courageous battle with cancer on Sunday, August 9, 2014. He was preceded in death by parents, Bailey Ray and Daisy Ann Fishback; sister, Charlene Fishback Andrews; brother, Joe Fishback, Sr.; and uncle, Walter Williams. He is survived by his wife, Sherry Fishback; sons, JaMarcus and Jarvis Fishback; step children, Irvin, Rhachelle, Setorya and Noel; grandchildren, Ja'Dysha, Dalantia, Jemarcus Jr., Jamarius, Jarvis, Jr. and Jamear; brothers, Johnny Ray, and Jeffery Fishback; aunts, Eva May Williams, Mae Kay Smith, and Martha Wilhoit of Nashville, TN; uncle, James Fishback of Detroit, MI; nieces and nephews, to include Joe (Irish) Fishback, Jr. of Atlanta, GA, Renee (Chris) Kesler, Kim Duff, Carolyn Hardin, Jemeka; brothers, Tevin Fishback, Joseph, Renay and Janae; uncle, Ronnie Nelson; special daughters, Tyetta, Denisha; special friend, Sanetta Coach; a host of other nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. Services were rescheduled due to inclement weather and are as follows: the family will receive friends on Friday, February 14, 2014 from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Unity Mortuary Chapel with funeral services to follow at 6:00 p.m. Interment will be held Wednesday, February 19, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. at Tennessee Veterans' Cemetery. Services to conclude with military honors and full dove release. Arrangements made with integrity by Unity Mortuary. Mr. Fishback's guestbook can be signed on line at www.unitymortuary.com and www.legacy.com.

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Published by Knoxville News Sentinel from Feb. 10 to Feb. 14, 2014.

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Michelle Roberts

February 23, 2014

James I will miss you so much.And to his family i'm very sorry foryour losses.

Kathy W Robinson

February 16, 2014

To the family, you have my deepest sympathy and will be praying for you all due to the timing of grievances and peace with good memories that will last a lifetime.

Debbie Arinze & McNair Family

February 15, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Allen(Virginia) Taylor

February 15, 2014

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

Will (Maosa) Moore

February 15, 2014

With sincerest prayers and deepest Sympathy from the Moore Family.

Geraline Grimes Scott

February 15, 2014

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

Stan(Traci) Franklin

February 15, 2014

In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.

Ira(Mary) Grimes

February 15, 2014

You will always live in our hearts and prayers.

Marie Andrews White

February 15, 2014

Grief can be so hard during the holidays, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one this holiday season.

Rosalyn Garner

February 15, 2014

It can be so hard to face the new year without your loved one, but the love of family and friends can carry you through.

jennifer c.

February 14, 2014

I will never forget u James. Gone but never forgotten.

February 14, 2014

James and his brothers were like my family, his sister was like my sister. I have very fond memories when we were growing up and James would be up to his Aunt JoAnn's house who was married to my uncle Roosevelt. You have my deepest sympathy. God will be your anchor. 'Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can not heal.' God's Blessings ~ Glenda King

Mary Patterson

February 14, 2014

To the Fishback family, I am very sad for your loss. May God comfort and give you peace during this season.

Mary Patterson

Mark Ryan

February 14, 2014

I worked with James at Karns High School .I know he will be missed by many and he was a great friend to me.Im gonna miss you Cuz.

Gerald Jackson

February 14, 2014

My condolences from Gerald Jackson and the Brewer Family

George Smith, Jr.

February 14, 2014

My deepest sympathy to the Fishback Family and my God Bless you all and help you during your grievance. I grew up with Little Hoon and he was always one of my best friends. Love Scrap.

Ronnie, Walter & Lanita Strickland

February 14, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Mark Brown

February 14, 2014

My prayers for grace and peace to the family and especially for Joey and my friend Renee.

Crystal Jazz Mary The Hall Family

February 13, 2014

To the fisback family and my friends/sisters Tyetta and Nesha I am so sorry for you all lost.. I didn't know they made man like him anymore until I got to meet a nice caring loving person like James. He was always puttn everybody else's needs before his cause that's the type of person he was. To all the family you all are in my prayers..

February 13, 2014

sorry for your lost.jewel thompson

Lawrence & Shelia Johnson

February 12, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Almajean Dozier

February 12, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Talanda Dobson

February 12, 2014

May God continue his blessings the Fishback Family.
Talanda Dobson & Family

February 12, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Marie Glass

February 12, 2014

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Betty (Mom), Bo, Gregory Martin, Belinda Brooks

February 12, 2014

May God give you peace, grace and mercy at this difficult time. Jarvis and Marcus please know that I love you. I am so sorry that the weather will keep me from traveling there to be with you, but please know that I am there with you in my heart and spirit. I know the love that you had for your Dad, he will always be watching over you because of the love he had for you, GOD BLESS YOU MY SONS!

Dennis Brown

February 12, 2014

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Jamesetta Lawrence

February 10, 2014

To the Fishback I am sorry for your lose just keep ur head up and God will help ease the pain in losing a love one.Jane Lawrence &Family

Michelle Roberts

February 10, 2014

This is to all of James's family he was one of the best men that i knew. He was the kind of person that would do anything to help anyone that was in need. Iloved James very much like he was part of my family it feels like he's not really gone I still catch myself trying to call him just to talk about his day and mine.I very sorry for all your losses.

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