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Ronald Lawson James Sr.
1930 - 2013
Ronald Lawson James Sr.
1930 - 2013
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BORN
1930
DIED
2013
Ronald James Obituary
Ron was born in Lorman, MS December 30, 1930 to Ethel Martin James and Paul Lawson James. He attended Duling Elementary, Bailey Jr. High, and Central High School in Jackson, MS. He joined the Marines in the 10th grade and later served in the Korean War. Semper Fi
In September 1971 he went to work for American Family Life Assurance Company (AFLAC) where he was a top associate and district manager for 36 years. Ron was an active member of Broadmoor Baptist Church for over 50 years. He taught high school boys Sunday School and adult Sunday School and was an active deacon.
Ron is preceded in death by his parents and brother, Claiborne Martin James. He is survived by his sister Evelyn Starnes of Missouri, his beloved wife of 56 years, Evelyn Porch James, his four children Ronn James, Jr., Julie James Tullos (husband Kent), Christi James Varner (husband George), and Brad James (wife Allison), and his eight grandchildren Ron James III, Kimberly Tullos Meints (husband Josiah), Bonnie Tullos Lahuta (husband Michael), Wesley Tullos, Lawson Varner, Stone Varner, Morgan James, and Bradlea James, along with many nieces and nephews, friends, and others who thought of him as their father.
He touched many people's lives and always had a smile and a hug. Ron made the world a better place and now Heaven is rejoicing at his arrival. Ron was a great Christian man who believed this verse with all his heart: "Jesus said, 'I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me'" (John 14:6).
Pallbearers will be Jim Porch, Rob Porch, Wesley Tullos, Stone Varner, Ron James III, Lawson Varner, and Michael Lahuta.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Broadmoor Baptist Church's Mission Scholarship Fund.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Anna Nations
April 30, 2013
To the James family,
I was so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr. James.
Even though it has been many years since I've seen him, I remember him fondly. He was always kind and friendly and had a smile for everyone.
I will be keeping your family in my thoughts and prayers as you continue to go through this difficult time.
April 29, 2013
Ronn, I just heard about your dad today. He was a very kind person who always treated me like a son. He was always fun to be around, he cared so much, and it showed. So sorry for your loss. Sincerely, Chuck Clark
February 14, 2013
Evelyn, Ron will be missed by the early morning group at the gym! His warmth, smiles and kind words always helped give each day a happy start! Hope to see you soon,
Connie Machado
Doris Bagwell
February 13, 2013
Ron is in the arms of Jesus.
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Helen Nicholson
February 13, 2013
Evelyn:
My prayers and thoughts are with you and all your family. I remember our times at Broadmoor Baptist Church.
February 13, 2013
Evelyn and family,
My heart aches for all of you. Ron was such a great man. He always had a smile and a kind word. He will be missed by many. May God bless you all during this time.
Kay Harrell
February 13, 2013
May God grant you comfort
February 12, 2013
Ron James: a gentle man and a gentleman.
Tony Tullos and Family
Bill & Marcia Lumpkin
February 12, 2013
Evelyn & Family, Ron will always be a treasured memory of ours at Broadmoor Baptist Church. He made Sundays special because he was so happy to be there and it showed. So sorry for your loss. But, Heaven definitely has a wonderful angel. Our love and prayers for you all.
Bill and Marcia Lumpkin
april lasley
February 12, 2013
Thinking of you & your family. Sending my prayers.
Doyle & Dianne Ball
February 12, 2013
Evelyn, Dianne and I were saddened to hear of Ron's death. We remember the fun times that we have had together over the years at Broadmoor and playing bridge together. God blessed you and Ron with a long and wonderful marriage and he will continue to bless you during this difficult time in your life. We are praying for you.
Beverly Fitzroy
February 12, 2013
Thinking of you during this time.
BeLinda Sanders
February 12, 2013
Christi and family, so sorry about the loss of your Dad. hope the sweet memories have you smiling through the tears. Thinking of you, BeLinda & Richard
Chad Stuart
February 12, 2013
Christy, we are praying for y'all. Mr Ron is in a better place and does not have to suffer any more. We are praying for your sweet Mom too.
Paul Warren
February 12, 2013
Praying Brad for you and your family. We can find comfort in knowing as believers we have a place prepared for us.
Kent Boothe
February 12, 2013
Mr. Ron James was a fine example of how men should serve both God and men. His witness reaches far and wide, and the difference his life has made will live on for generations in the lives of so many young men and women. Thank you so much Evelyn and family for sharing "Mr.Ron" with all of us. We love you, and will be remembering you during the coming days.
February 12, 2013
Evelyn, I'm thinking of you. Wish we had lived closer to you all these years. Eva Nell Porch
February 12, 2013
So sorry for your loss! Will be praying for you all!
Love,
Bruce and Joyce Plunkett
Joan & Danny McDaniel
February 12, 2013
Christi,We're so sorry to hear about your Father. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
We love yall.
February 12, 2013
May you find comfort from God of All Comfort.
The Staff of Wright & Ferguson Funeral Home-Parkway Memorial Cemetery
February 11, 2013
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Karen Rothe
February 11, 2013
Ron will be missed. He was the kindest man I've ever met.
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