James Henry Daniely

James Henry Daniely

January 1, 1959 — March 18, 2025

Birmingham, Alabama

James Henry Daniely born January 1, 1959 in Fort Valley, Georgia to the late William Daniely and Corine Daniely. He graduated from Peach County High School in the class of 1977. During his high school matriculation, he was a proud member of the Peach County Future Farmers of America.

In 1978, at the age of 19, James committed to serve his country in the United States Army. James was a proud veteran and served his country 6.5 years, spending time in Germany and Korea. Joining the military sparked his passion for traveling. Upon retiring from the military, he pursued his passion to become a truck driver. He was eventually employed by FedEx and worked there until he retired.

He was an avid football enthusiast who spent game days cheering on his favorite teams, the Georgia Bulldogs and the Atlanta Falcons. James had a love for music, during his time in the army he was a DJ. He carried his love of gardening with him throughout his life. In his later years, you could find him tending to his garden.

James loved spending time with his family and friends. He would often coordinate family reunions and travel the country. He would often spend his time going to visit his grandchildren, to whom he was a loving and nurturing guide. He never missed a single graduation or milestone event. At family functions, his laughter would fill the room. He will always be remembered as a man who would continuously uplift his family with words of encouragement and support.

James transitioned on March 18, 2025 at the age of 66 at UAB St Vincent East in Birmingham, Alabama. He is survived by his wife Cynthia Daniely-Birmingham, AL. His children - Ebony Nichole (Richard) Reddix, Olney, MD; Tyrone DeShaun (Aumi) Daniely, Murfreesboro, TN and James JaQuez Daniely, Birmingham, AL. His brothers and sister - Larry Robinson, Emmanuel Talton, Ronnie Daniely, all of Fort Valley, GA.; Vanessa Daniely, Lonnie (Lesley) Daniely all of Warner Robins, GA and Jerry Daniely (Tamekia) Fredericksburg, VA. His grandchildren - Tameia, Malachi, Richard III, Zelaya, Za’hayli, Dallas and Zachariah. James also leaves behind a devoted friend who was like a brother to him, Melvin Hogan. A blended family, RJ (Eieshia),

Martin (DeAnna), Torrie, Tanyeka, Makalia, Michael, Tia, Jakobie, Corey, Tayden, Teagan, Braylen and Bella. He leaves a host of relatives and friends who will miss him. While he is no longer here with us, his life and legacy will live on forever