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Bruce Wayne James, age 65, of Sanford, passed away on Friday, November 15, 2024 at Sanford Health and Rehabilitation.
He was born in Kanawha County, West Virginia to the late Jesse Lee James, Jr. and Barbara Kincaid James. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by a sister Carol Ross. A talented artist of wood, music, and words, his legacy lives on through his work and the memories shared with his loved ones. He also enjoyed sketching and painting. In his spare time, he worked as a disc jockey at WPJL radio station in Raleigh. He was humble, kind and considerate. He loved his family, but more importantly he loved Jesus.
Bruce is survived by sisters Amy Rue (Johnny) of Kure Beach and Ora "Cookie" Sharum (Andrew) of Sanford; six nieces and nephews and ten great-nieces and nephews.
The family will receive friends on Wednesday, November 20, 2024 from 12:30 pm until 1:50 PM at Calvary Church. A funeral service will follow at 2:00 PM with Rev. Curtis Norris officiating. Burial will follow in church cemetery.
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James Gould
November 19, 2024
I first met Bruce back in 1986 as a new Christian at SOLO (Singles ministry of St. Mark´s UMC). What a great guy! Friendly, warm, funny and amazing singer/songwriter. Bruce was very encouraging to me as a young believer. So thankful for him and the friendship we had for about 4+ years. He was a genuine follower of Jesus. May he now enjoy the fullness of life that is his with Jesus! See you one day brother.
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