Herbert John James

Herbert John James obituary, Long Beach, CA

Herbert John James

Herbert James Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Jan. 8, 2023.
Our beloved Herbie/Dad/Grandpa/GGPA passed away peacefully on December 20th, 2022. He was born on December 23, 1937 to Helena and John James, in Council Bluffs, IA. He moved to Long Beach, CA in 1953.

He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Jackie, who he was married to for 49 years, and his daughter Connie (Michael). He is survived by his son, Michael, grandkids; Jessica (Ryan), Andrea (Sylvia), Jennifer (Bryce), Kyle (Katie), and Jeremy (Monica), and 9 great grandkids with one on the way. He is going to be so very missed by all.

We are going to celebrate his life on 1/28/23 at one of his favorite places, Joe Josts- 2803 E. Anaheim St. Long Beach, CA 90804

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

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January 27, 2023

Annette and Andrew Son planted trees.

January 8, 2023

Paul &Joyce Alexander posted to the memorial.

January 8, 2023

Atlas Crew posted to the memorial.

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Group of 10 Memorial Trees

Annette and Andrew Son

Planted Trees

Paul &Joyce Alexander

January 8, 2023

So many wonderful memories over the years with Herb and Jackie. Trips we went on!!! many nights playing cards.And just visiting having fun.They are dearly missed

Atlas Crew

January 8, 2023

Your Atlas Family will miss you every day. Wonderful man who always kept his word and loved his family more than anything.
We find peace knowing you are with the love of of your life again and will be together for eternity!
Blessed to have known you

Ryan Flickinger

January 8, 2023

Love you Herb/GGPA. You will forever be loved, laughed, and remembered by all of us and the kiddos! Love love love you!!!

Cindy Lewis

January 8, 2023

My Aunt and Uncle . The distance between us will never stop the love I have in My Heart for Them Both.!
They are Our Angels Now. Never to be Forgotten

Michael James

January 8, 2023

My dad was my biggest supporter my entire life. Even when I didn't necessarily deserve it!! I miss him so much!!

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Annette and Andrew Son planted trees.

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Paul &Joyce Alexander posted to the memorial.

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