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2025
Olga James Obituary
Olga James was an actress and singer best known for her performance in the 1954 movie musical "Carmen Jones" opposite Harry Belafonte (1927–2023).
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Darlene
May 16, 2025
My heartfelt condolences are offered to the family, many, many friends, colleagues and devoted army fans of Ms. Olga James. Ms. Olga James was an actress and singer best known for her performance in the 1954 movie musical "Carmen Jones" opposite Harry Belafonte (1927-2023). She was greatly admired by her fellow artists and all those who knew her. May the love and many, many special memories you shared with your devoted loved one show how much your life was touched by her. May the God of comfort bless your grieving hearts with strength, loving kindness and peace as the world copes with the loss of Ms. Olga James. May legacy keeps her memory alive forever.
EDO
February 12, 2025
Once again, the world has lost another excellent singer and actress who was a trailblazer that graced the stage and television with her charm, talent and beauty. There is no doubt that she will be missed by all who knew her personally and professionally.
Please remember that God is close to the broken hearted and there is never a tear drop that he doesn't see. There is never a moment when God doesn't care, and never a time when he won't hear our prayers. Better days are ahead.
Respectfully,
Mr.Jr.
February 8, 2025
My Condolences..
Chris Allen
February 8, 2025
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. And of course may our Heavenly Father continue to comfort and strengthen you.
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FT
February 8, 2025
May God give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Sending sincere condolences and prayers to her family and friends. She will be greatly missed. Please take comfort in that she touched the lives of so many.
RB
February 7, 2025
Such a beautiful actress, she was so talented. I enjoyed her role in `Carmen Jones´. My condolences to the James family, so very sorry for your loss. May God be with you as you endure this very difficult time of your loss.
Carson Loveless
February 6, 2025
Condolences to her family
Jenee Emlyn
February 6, 2025
I am so sorry about Olga's loss. The James family has my deepest condolences & as the days, weeks and months pass during this difficult time, may you continue to be surrounded and comforted with the needed love and support, by fond memories, and by knowing that Olga is safe in the memory of Almighty God.
Chris
February 6, 2025
I offer my sincere condolences to the family of Olga James. What a beautiful legacy she has left. Thank you her family for sharing her with the world. May our Lord give you comfort as you mourn her loss.
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