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Carol James Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jun. 25, 2006.

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Carol E. James, 68, Grand Forks, ND died Wednesday, June 21, 2006 in her home. Carol Elizabeth Weech was born June 29, 1937 in Mesa, AZ the daughter of Hyrum Newell and Christine (Gilliland) Weech. She was raised on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation, AZ and graduated from Globe High School in Globe, AZ in 1955. Carol graduated from Arizona State University in 1958. She married Edwin C. James on December 27, 1958 in Mesa, AZ. They lived in Portland, OR, Washington, D.C., White Sands, NM, Ft. Knox, KY, Ft. Lewis, WA, San Francisco, CA, then returned to Mesa, AZ, before living in Valley Forge, PA, Ft. Lewis, WA (again) and Morgantown, WV before moving to Grand Forks in 1977. Carol worked as a paraprofessional with the Grand Forks School System based at Central High School for the last 22 years. In more recent years she became an avid sports fan with special interest in UND Fighting Sioux Football, Hockey and Grand Forks Central sports. Survivors include: sons, Edwin (Lesa), Grand Forks, ND, Jeffrey (Tami), Flagstaff, AZ and Gary (Patti), Balston Spa, NY; daughters, Karla (Tom) Roisum, Hannibal, MO, Sara (Lars) Berg, Sarpsborg, Norway and Laura James (Fargo), ND; 17 grandchildren; brothers, Hugh (Patty) Weech and Richard Weech both of Poway, CA and Lance (Monika) Weech, Safford, AZ; sisters, Janis (Reed) Willis, Chandler, AZ and Linda (Bruce) Blackburn, Clearwater, KS. Carol was preceded in death by her parents and by an infant sister. Funeral Services will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, June 28, 2006 in the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Grand Forks, ND. Visitation will be Tuesday from 5 to 7:00 p.m. in the Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks and will continue for the hour before the service in the church. Burial will be in Memorial Park South Cemetery of Grand Forks. In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in Carol's name to the Grand Forks Central Boosters Club. Arrangements are with the Amundson Funeral Home of Grand Forks. www.amundsonfuneralhome.com

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July 19, 2006

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July 12, 2006

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July 10, 2006

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Kimberly S

July 19, 2006

I sorry for the loss, Carol was a great teacher and the nicest lady ever. I feel bad that I never said thank you to her for all she has done. My prays is with you.

Lee Stevens

July 12, 2006

To the family of Carol (Weech) James:

Like so many other letters of condolences, I too am sadden to learn of the passing of Carol. Carol and I graduated from high school together as well as growing up on the San Carlos Apache Reservation in Arizona.

I was also disheartened to learn that at one point in time we were so geographically so near to one another: while she was living at Fort Lewis, I was living in Olympia, Washington, only twenty plus miles away.

May the many happy memories that you had with Carol help you through the sad period of this time.

Chris and Liza Johnson

July 10, 2006

Carol James was one of those people that quietly left a deep impression in your heart. She never made a big deal out of herself, but she was always there, gently setting an example with a supportive gesture, a kind word and a constant smile. Our Grand Forks Ward won't be the same without her, but there isn't a soul there that wasn't left better off because of her. I'm sorry for your loss, and I hope you will find comfort in your faith. I have no doubt that she has joyfully reunited with her Maker. With Love and Prayers,

Christine (Stevens) Astor

July 9, 2006

So sorry to hear of Carol's passing. I grew up with her on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation and knew her family well. I often wondered where she went after she left San Carlos. My condolences to her children.

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Tim Gruwell

July 2, 2006

So sorry to hear of Carols passing. I always remembered her making my favorite chocolate cake with cream frosting growing up. It was a treat

Jo Foti

June 28, 2006

I am saddened at Carol's passing. I know all who knew her knew of her sweet personality and generous nature. She will be missed by all. Jo Hardt Foti

Rozann Anderson

June 28, 2006

I am sorry to hear of Carol's passing. She was a good friend and a person that I looked up to. I enjoyed working with her both in Relief Society and Primary. I admired her many talents and the wonderful traits that she had. She was a caring, patient, compassionate person with a strong testimony of the gospel. I know she will be greatly missed.

Ann Ray

June 27, 2006

I am saddened to know of Carol's passing. She had so many wonderful gifts. We were all better for being around her. My love and sympathy to all of you.

One of Carol's Arizona cousins.

Ann Ray

Nicole Reuwsaat (formerly Flanders)

June 27, 2006

Sara,

I'm so sorry to hear about your mother. From the little bit I did get to know her when we were in college, I really thought she was very kind. My prayers are with you & your family.

Larry Buss

June 27, 2006

James Family,

Having grown up with Carol on the San Carlos Indian Reservation, I feel sad to hear of your mother's passing. She truly was (and is) a great lady! May you cherish those special memories of her and keep her in your thoughts continuously.

Larry

Emma Pearson

June 27, 2006

My sympathy to all of Carol's family. Carol and I were friends through high school and many years after as Eddie lived with my family for many years before he and Carol were married. I loved them both. EmmyLu (Mendenhall) Pearson

Catherine (Renon) Nugent

June 27, 2006

I have so many fond memories of Carol during our school years in Globe, where we grew up together. My thoughts and Prayers are with all the family. May the Peace of the Lord be with you.

Diana Tokar-Robinson

June 26, 2006

So sorry for your loss. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.

Reed and Janis Willis

June 25, 2006

Dear Karla, Sara, Laura, Eddy, Jeff, Gary- We are thinking of you and your families. We love your mom so much!

Rose Ellen Hutchison

June 25, 2006

We were stunned & so saddened to hear the news of Carol's passing. She was everything that I value. A good, calm, peaceful, kind, cheerful, patient, quiet, virtuous woman. Always had encouraging words. Never spoke unkindly or gossiped. My kids remembered her cookies for years. It is sad to lose the presence of her strength, but I know how much she loved and treasured her family. She was proud of each one and of the grandchildren. Her eyes lit up when speaking of any of them. She was a rock I could count on and look up to. I am so sad for your loss and hope you can find comfort at this time in your memories and knowledge of her love and goodness and hopes and faith. She is everything she should be.

Tammy Trent

June 25, 2006

Carol was such a sweet lady. I had the priviledge of doing her hair. Carol and I also went to the same church. She always had a smile on her face. Carol loved her family, her friends, her job and her sports. :) She was always serving others. "Some people come into our lives and quietly stay. Others stay for a while, leaving footprints in our hearts and we are never the same." Carol left "footprints" on many hearts.

Jana Hamberg

June 25, 2006

I'm sorry to hear about your wife/mother/grandmother passing away.

I'm a former student of her at GFC and she was a great teacher.

I will miss her sweet voice,great sence of humor and a great listener.

deb daniels

June 25, 2006

to the james family:i didn't know carol well,but worked with her at altru psychiatry. she was excellent with the children. very patient. i know you will miss her. my prayers are with you.

Randi Pajari (Bryan)

June 24, 2006

Carol was such a sweet person and we will always remember her wonderful smile. We are so sorry for your loss. Gail Bryan, Randi Pajari(Bryan), Joe Bryan, Tom Bryan

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