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1939
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2022
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David James Obituary
David Edward James, 83, of Flint Hill, Virginia, passed away peacefully, Thursday August 18, 2022 at Winchester Medical Center.
A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, August 24, 2022 at 1:00 p.m. at Flint Hill United Methodist Church Cemetery with Rev. Bruce Beeler officiating. David was born August 10, 1939 in Culpeper, Virginia, son of the late Norvel and Mary James.
He graduated from Culpeper High School Class of 1957, worked at Kroger in Charlottesville for many years, RC Cola in Culpeper and retired from VDOT after 16 years in 2001. He was a U.S. Army Veteran.
David was a fan of the Washington Nationals and the Washington Commanders. He enjoyed quiet time at home, working crossword puzzles, reading his bible and giving thanks to God for all of his many blessings. He was a member of the Amissville Baptist Church.
Surviving are his devoted wife of 56 years, Joyce; one son, Gary James; three grandchildren, Matthew, Aaron and Amber; four sisters, Helen (Alan) of Charlottesville, Agnes (J.B.) of Charlottesville, Mary Ann (Mike) of Fredericksburg and Thelma of Charlottesville; three brothers, Donald (Eleanor) of Culpeper, William (Sue) of Richardsville and John (Dugg) of Earlysville. David was preceded in death by his parents; three brothers, Julian James, Wilbur James and Elmer James; and one sister, Elizabeth Suter.
Condolences may be sent to the family at www.maddoxfuneralhome.com
Arrangements are being handled by Maddox Funeral Home, Front Royal.
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