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James Barbour Obituary
James was born in Johnston County on July 13, 1939, the son of the late Luther and Elgie Casey Barbour. He was a graduate of Wilson’s Mills High School. James was a hard working man and a man of strong faith. He worked with Ford dealerships for 53 years beginning his career in 1957 with Sanders Motor Company in Raleigh. He continued with Helmold Ford in 1967 which became Crossroads Ford in Cary where he finished his career in 2010.
He was a loving husband, father, brother and grandfather. James is survived by his wife of 51 years, Retha Barbour; sons, James “Doug” Barbour, Jr. and his wife Beth, Wayne Barbour and his wife Kathy; grandchildren, Joshua, Sarah, Courtney and Cameron Barbour; brother, Jerry Barbour and his wife Martha. He was preceded in death by his brother, Donald Barbour and sister, Anne Sloan.
The family will receive friends from 6-8 p.m. Tuesday at Montlawn Funeral Home.
Funeral Service will be held at 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Aversboro Baptist Church in Garner. Interment will follow in Montlawn Memorial Park.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Aversboro Road Baptist Church, 1600 Aversboro Rd., Garner, NC 27529 in memory of James Douglas Barbour, Sr.
Arrangements are by Montlawn Funeral Home, 2911 S. Wilmington St., Raleigh, N.C. Condolences may be made at www.montlawn.com
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Memories and Condolences
for James Barbour
December 9, 2010
Retha,
I am so sorry for your loss. James was a great man and he always brighten our day when he came into the pharmacy. He will be deeply missed! My prayers and thoughts are with you and your family during this difficult time.
Brittany Cantrell-Rite Aid Pharmacy (cary)
Lavonda Hogg
December 9, 2010
Retha, Doug, Wayne, Mr. James had a smile on his face when he greeted my family and such a joy to have known for many years. He touched so many peoples lives and will be dearly missed.
Erich Kuhlmey
December 8, 2010
James always reminded me of me of good people ! They dont make em like that no more . Was a joy to have known him .
Mike Pearson
December 8, 2010
I worked with James Barbour for the last 5 years here at Crossroads Ford and it breaks my heart to come in to work and not see him sitting at his table enjoying his mcmuffin and coffee.James will surley be missed by all he touched.He was the kind of person we all strive to be.My prayers are with all of you.
jason griffith
December 7, 2010
Wayne and family .I would like to express my deepest sympathy during this difficult time. Be strong and of good courage . Jason m Griffith of Capital Ford Inc Raleigh NC .
Frank Leonard
December 7, 2010
Doug,
I was very saddened this morning when I learned of James' death. In my tenure with Ford Motor Co and also in my time at Crossroads Ford I knew James very well. He was always very knowledgeable about his job. He always had a smile and a positive outlook on life in general. James will be missed by all who knew him. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Regards,
Frank Leonard
December 7, 2010
Retha, Doug, Wayne, I am so sorry to hear the news...he was a wonderful man who worked hard and loved his family...may he rest in peace. Love you all, Kaycey Helmold
Dwight Blinson
December 7, 2010
I have so many good memories, especially from our 4 years in high school. James was always happy and laughing and had a joke ready. We studied together and were pals together and all the while he was more than just a friend - he was family, his father and my mother were brother and sister. Yes, he will be missed but because of our faith we can believe that he is now in a better place. God bless you, Retha, Doug, and Wayne and all of your families. My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
David Batchelor
December 7, 2010
James will be greatly missed he was always a great help to me and always joked and shot the breeze with us at the shop when he called on us.
David of Quality Auto Service in Garner N.C.
David Thompson
December 7, 2010
I worked with James from 2004 to 2008 and he was always the first person to work everyday, ready to greet you with a smile on his face, as you came in. He always entertained everyone with his stories and antics. He was a great man and will be missed dearly. My condolences go out to his family and just know he is in Heaven making everyone smile as he did in his time here on Earth...
Trish Singletary
December 7, 2010
Doug & Wayne and all the family. I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers and thoughts are with you all.
Mark Appleby
December 7, 2010
I am heartbroken by this news. James would literally light up my office at BB&T when he came in to see me. It was always a pleasure to see him, and his positive attitude throughout such a difficult time was amazing. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Barbour family.
wayne hildebrand
December 7, 2010
i worked with james for 6 years , he always put his family first. he always had his heart into everything he was involved in doing. we will miss him. may god be with his family
Dave Stokes
December 7, 2010
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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