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James Wallace Obituary
James E. Wallace ``JAMO", 67, passed away December 18, 2008.
Born in Cumberland, Ky., he had been a resident of this community over 50 years. He was retired from Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. and was a U.S. Army veteran.
He is survived by sons, Charles (Dwana) Wallace of Kentucky, LaKumba Wallace of Akron and Damani (Shannon) Wallace of Michigan; daughter, Tiffany Lee (Jimmy) Alexander of Tennessee; mother, Bessie Razor and father, Billy W. Razor; brother, William T. (Brandie) Razor; sister, Alice L. Razor, all of Akron; nine grandchildren and a host of other relatives and friends.
Funeral services will be held Sunday, December 28, 2008 at 6 p.m. at Rhoden Memorial Home, 1101 Palmetto Ave., with Min. Sean Ware eulogizing and Rev. Mark Tony Ward assisting. Friends may call at the chapel on Sunday from 4 p.m. until time of service. Interment Monday, 10 a.m. at Greenlawn Cemetery. Procession will form and condolences may be sent to 1335 Laffer St., Akron 44305. (SERVICES ENTRUSTED TO RHODEN MEMORIAL HOME, 330-724-1201.)
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Memories and Condolences
for James Wallace
James, Essie, John & Lois
JOHN STEWARD TRUSTEE
December 15, 2019
Kelley Coleman Walton
January 8, 2009
Damani (Shannon) and Family,
My heartfelt sympathies on the loss of your father. May the love of family and friends carry you through your sorrow.
Andrea Massey
January 5, 2009
To The Family Of James Wallace
We would like to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. May God continue to Bless each and everyone of you doing the days ahead. Keep looking up for all your help comes from the Lord.
Eastern Kentucky Social Club
Tennessee Chapter
Andrea D. Massey, President
Officers & Members
LaVina, Paul, Lahsha, Sirajj Hale
January 4, 2009
May God keep and care 4, all of Daddy James family! Take care of one another!
James Peavy
January 2, 2009
To the Wallace family my prayers go out to you all. James was my classmate and my long time friend. We both grew up in Saw Mill Hollow in Cumberland, Kentucky. We graduated together from East Benham High School in 1960. We were like brothers. I will miss him so much. James Peavy.
Rev. Dr. Edgar J. Moss
January 1, 2009
"The earth is the Lord's, and the fullness there of, the world and they that dwell therein." I am confident that James, too, belonged to the Lord. Knowing this, it gives me peace to know that James' living was not in vain. We can see the productivity of his life, in his children, grandchildren, as well as those of us who grew up with him. We who went to school with him. Those of us who were fortunate to have been able to play sports with James. Learn from his competative spirit, and desire to acheive the goals that were of his own choosing. I have found that the years of our lives, those that separated us, were made fuller as we re-connected in recent years. We are most grateful for the love, camaraderie that we still share. May God bless each of you during your moment of sorrow. Joy does come in the morning. Thus, we too, reach out to you, and pray your strength in the Lord.
Eastern Kentucky Social Club Willie Watts, Pres.
January 1, 2009
To the family of James E. Wallace. In the loss of your father, son, and brother the members of the Eastern Kentucky Social Club of Cleveland, Ohio would like to extend our deepest sympathy. Rest in peace our friend and schoolmate.
Janice (Hooks) Mike
December 31, 2008
To the Wallace Family:
Even though I am a fellow Kentuckian I have only known James Wallace for a few years through his dear friend and my cousin Floretta. At Floretta's 65th birthday party this year James and the rest of us had an absolute great time laughing, joking, and telling Kentucky stories. James will be missed by his many friends and fellow Kentuckians. R.I.P. James.
Bernadette Bonner
December 31, 2008
To the Wallace family,
My heart goes out to you all. I miss you all. Lakumba and Damani I am sending lots of love.
Love
Bernadette and Nathaniel
Martha Bonner
December 31, 2008
To: The Wallace family,
You have my deepest sympathy.
Sincerely,
Martha and John
Joe Richardson
December 30, 2008
Lakumba, Damani & Family,
Your Dad was a great friend working at Firestone & Coaching at Hoban. He loved talking about his boys & rightfully so. You sure gave him a lot to talk about. He was a good Man who enjoyed life. I will miss that big smile every time I seen him. All that knew him share in your loss.
Joe & Jean Richardson
JOSEPH & GINA PAINTER & KIDS
December 30, 2008
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO THE WALLACE FAMILY. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.
ROB WILLIAMS & FAMILY
December 30, 2008
TO THE FAMILY OF JAMES WALLACE. VERY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS. MR. WALLACE WAS MY FOOTBALL COACH BACK AT HOBAN. HE WILL ALWAYS HAVE A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART. OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH THE FAMILY. (ABCDRAIN AND PLUMBING)
Nathaniel "Ray" Wilson
December 29, 2008
To the family of James Wallace I share with you the deepest sympathy in my heart. Because I not only lost a past classmate, but also a great friend. May his spirits live on.
Marquetta Wootson
December 29, 2008
To LaKumba & Damani & Family:
May God Bless You & give you Peace during your time of bereavement. "Jamo" is going to be missed by all of of us. You are in our prayers.
The Wootson-Lawler Families (Janet, Shirley, Loggie, Corey, Michael & Quetta)
EDGAR (BETTYE'S SON REYNOLDS
December 29, 2008
JAMES EDWARD WAS TRULY AGOOD FRIEND AND FELLOW EAST BANHAM HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT. WE SHARED MANY SCHOOL DAYS IN SAW MILL HOLLOW KENTUCKY. MY PRAYERS GO OUT TO ALL OF THE FAMILY MEMBERS. BETTYE HOPKINS REYNOLDS AND FAMILY.
ROBERT KNIGHT
December 29, 2008
JAMES AND I WERE TEAM MATES TOGETHER AT EBH. MY PRAYERS AND THOUGHT ARE WITH HIS FAMLY AND FRIENDS.
JESSE WILLIAMSON
December 29, 2008
My apology in missing the homegoing ceremony of Mr. Wallace. I have known James since my younger years as a child and always have appreciated and admired his caring nature for the children in our community when I was growing up. Although I have really never thanked him for his timeless effort and unwavering committment I would like to take this oppurtunity now to say THANK YOU and know that you will be truly missed by family and friends.
Floretta Hopkins Lee James
December 29, 2008
To the sons of my friend,James E. Wallace. Thank you for the memories that your father and I shared so deeply. I love you guys and thank you for sharing.
floretta/steve james
December 29, 2008
to the sons of james e. wallace
I will mis you my buddy and I will miss you my friend. Our friendship was a thread that ran so true.
Rachel Barnes-Johnson
December 29, 2008
Tacuma, Damonty and to Aunty SC our prayers are with you always. I remember when my father and uncle jamo would go fishen and tacuma, me, chelle and damonty would hang out on the front porch. I'll always miss uncle jamo. Myself, Chelle, mommy and the rest of the family sends our love and support. We love ya'll. Vivian, Rochelle and Rachel
Carlton & Mary Glover
December 28, 2008
To The Wallace Family, Mary and I deeply regret your loss. I remember meeting James Edward on a trip to Hazzard with his Uncle DeDe. I got to know him better when he moved to Cumberland (Sawmill Hollow).
We pray that God directs and strengthen the family during these difficult days.
JOHN Steward
December 28, 2008
I grew up with Wallace in SAW MILL HOLLOW, Cumberland, Ky. We were classmates at East Benham High/Benham Colored School. I am reminded of the many moments of joy, sorrow, and mischief we shared. My classmate will be missed. In my sorrow I extend my prayers to the Wallace family and all who have been blessed to have travel a portion of life's journey with JAMES WALLACE. John (williams) Steward
www.johnstewardmnwd.com
Karen Reynolds
December 28, 2008
Dear Alice and Family,
My sincere sympathy to you and your family. I know this has been a difficult year for you. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Keith and Tricia Davis
December 28, 2008
To Alice and Family,
I was sorry to hear of Jame's passing. He will truly be missed by all. God bless you.
Deborah Turner
December 28, 2008
Jamo, may you rest in peace. God bless and comfort all the family members & friends at this time of grief.
Your friend, Debby.
Bethany Lee-Lane
December 28, 2008
Damani,
I know that it has been some time since we last spoke, but I was sorry to hear about the loss of your father. May God bless, keep and comfort you and your family during this difficult time.
Athena Turner
December 28, 2008
Damani, LaKumba, and Wallace Family
May God Be with you all in this time of sorrow. My deepest condolences goes out to the entire family. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
Larry Ellsworth
December 28, 2008
My most sincere condolences to the Wallace family. Jimmy was great man to coach with on the field at Hoban, a "true" friend off the field, and a fun guy to be with everywhere.
December 28, 2008
To Alice and the Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God continue to cover your family with love and a peace that passes all understanding.
Tammy and Telain (Tilly) Ware
Tracy Lanier
December 27, 2008
Lakumba, Damani, and family. I'd like to extend my deepest sympathies on the passing of your father. I will keep you all in prayer. Please do not hesitate to call me should you need anything. I can relate to what you're going through. so whenever you need a shoulder and/or an ear...I am here.
Bonnie Williams
December 27, 2008
To the Family,
James and I were friends for seven years he became my best friend and more like a brother. He taught me all the good things about fishing and I will miss him deeply. May God bless you and keep you strong during your hour of bereavement.
Vaughn & Beatrice Woolridge
December 27, 2008
We extend to you our prayers and love in your time of sorrow.
Paula Margazano and Chad
December 27, 2008
To Lakumba, Damani and the Wallace family, Our thoughts and prayers go out to you during this difficult time. I will always hold close the memories of Hoban football and how blessed we are to have known Jim. May God Bless You All.
DONNIE BANKS & Family
December 27, 2008
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
ARICKA HALEY
December 27, 2008
TO THE WALLACE FAMILY, OUR DEEPEST HEARTFELT SYMPATHY GOES OUT TO YOU. JUST ALWAYS KEEP GOD FIRST.... WE WILL KEEP YOU IN OUR PRAYERS.
LEE HALEY & FAMILY
United Baptist Church Ministries
December 27, 2008
Sister Alice & Family,
We extend to you our deepest sympathy in your time of bereavement. You are in our prayers.
Pastor Kenneth & Co- Pastor Leta Paramore
&
The United Baptist Church family
Sandra Sykes
December 27, 2008
Alice & Family
May it comfort you to know others share in your sorrow.
God Bless
Sandy Sykes
Mr. & Mrs. Lucius Street
Big Earl Wootson
December 27, 2008
Jamo, my friend, rest in Heavenly Peace. My heartfelt condolence to the family.
Jerry Hardman
December 26, 2008
LaKumba and Damani, you and your family are in our prayers.
Gilda (Elston) Liggins
December 26, 2008
Damani,Shannon & all the Family,
You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of your love one. My God give you peace as you say goodbye for now.
God Bless
Gilda
Rhoden Memorial Home
December 27, 2008
Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.
Rich & Mary Edelen
December 26, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Rich Edelen
December 26, 2008
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
LARRY GIVENS
December 26, 2008
TO THE FAMILY YOU HAVE MY DEEPEST CONDOLENCES. YOU RE IN MY PRAYERS. SPANKY
KISHA BARCLAY
December 26, 2008
RAZOR, DAMANI,LAKUMBA YOUR FAMILY HAS OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY MAY GOD SEE YOURS THROUGH THESE TROUBLING TIMES GOD BLESS YOU.
ALICE BELL
December 26, 2008
TO BESSIE,BILLY,ALICE,AND JANARD JAMES EDWARD AND SHULER HIS FRIND WOULD BOTHER METO KNOW END I SAW JAMES NOT TO LONG AGO HE AND I LAUGHED SO HARD AT THE WAY HE USE TO TEASE ME.AND BARBRA I WAS SHOCKED WHEN I HEARD OF HIS PASSING HE WAS A GOOD FRIND WHEN YOU GOT TO KNOW HIM HE WAS ONE OF THE KINDEST FUN LOVING PERSON YOU MEET MY PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU.FOR HIS CHILDREN FOR HIS MOTHER BESSIE RAZOR FOR BILLY RAZOR FOR ALICE & janard.
The Skipper Family
December 26, 2008
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Toka Clayton
December 26, 2008
You are in my prayers.
Lena (CreCre) Calloway
December 26, 2008
James Wallace and I grew up together and when he was your friend you had a friend for life. He told great stories abour our growing up years and you never had to worry because he was available to help, give you a laugh when you needed it. I loved him as a person and a friend. He believed in taking care of his "people". He will be truly missed. Rest in peace Wallace. My condolences to his family.
Marva & Nessi
December 26, 2008
Condolences to the Wallace family.
LaShawn Lewis-Thompson
December 26, 2008
My deepest condolences to the Wallace Family. May God give you peace in this time of bereavement.
Deyna Martin Hardison
December 25, 2008
Please accept my deepest condolences. I will always remember his smile and dedication to his children.
Ron Orndorf
December 25, 2008
To the Wallace Family
I am very sorry to here of Jim's death. When ever I think about
coaching at Hoban with your dad I
have very fond memories.
Gloria J. Lewis & Family
December 25, 2008
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always.
PHIL TIPTON
December 25, 2008
I coached football at Hoban with Jimmy. He was respected by all that knew him...what a great LEGACY...
Andre Weir
December 25, 2008
To Lukumba and the Wallace family,
My prayers go out to you during this difficult time. May you find comfort and peace in our Lord and Savior Christ Jesus.
D. Coleman
December 25, 2008
My heart goes out to the Wallace family. A Great man makes Great men. It is a sad day for father's and sons who really understand. But even more so for all who love this man.
Marlon Anderson
December 25, 2008
God Bless You All. When we were in college and Mr. Wallace came to visit he always took care of us. That was the one weekend we knew we would have a good meal.
Cynthia Berry
December 25, 2008
Please accept my deepest sympathies.
carlin sly
December 25, 2008
To Damani and La Kumba and the rest of the family my thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. May god bless you and keep you and help guide you through this difficult time.
Khrystal and Ruby Pratt
December 24, 2008
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.
Susan Kaiser-Simpkins
December 24, 2008
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Min. Kenneth Robinson
December 23, 2008
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
TiJuana Ulmer Kelley
December 23, 2008
To the Wallace Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you all.
TaMeka Brooks
December 21, 2008
May God watch over your family, and ease their minds for your suffering is no more. You are with the KING an are watching over them in heaven. Many blessings.
Dawn Murray-Rouse
December 21, 2008
To the Wallace Family!
James was a wonderful person! He was my God father and I will always have beautiful memories of him! He will be miss greatly! To my God brothers if you need anything please let me know! We had some good times in the heights when we were kids! I used to love coming up there and staying the weekend!
He took care of us on earth but now God will take care of him! I'm sad but I know he is in a better place now and not suffering. The memories of him will always keep him in my heart and wipe away my tears!
I will remember that chocolate smile he had! And the excitement of him getting ready to go out on the boat to go fishing, and getting ready for football games back in the day from East pee wee and the C F Little Black Tigers to Hoban.
We had some very good memories! Love you Jamo until we met again. RIP God Dad!
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