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OCTAVIUS C. JAMES
Octavius C. James passed away peacefully at his home on Friday, July 24, 2009. He accepted Christ as his personal savior at an early age. He is survived by his loving mother, Paulette (David) Steele; father, Bill James; step-mother, Theresa James; son, Jarquell James; two sisters, Lynette James and Erica James, both of Gary, IN; fiancee, Shenicka N. Wiggins; godchildren, Elizah A. Gaskin of Warner Robins, GA, Ethan A. Ortiz of Santa Maria, CA, William A. Wiley, Jr. of Crown Point, IN; special cousin, La Chandra R. Monroe of Indianapolis, IN; two aunts, Pauline Rambo of Indianapolis, IN and Johnnie Mae (Kevin) Davis of Merrillville, IN; three uncles, Arthur Rogers of Gary, IN, Dave (Melanie) Christopher of Louisville, KY, Lawrence (Trinna) Chirstopher of Avon, IN; godmother, Lillie B. Masey of Gary, IN; godfather, Sylvester Nevell of Gary, IN; and a host of other family and friends. Waiting to greet Ocavius in Heaven are his grandparents, Reverend Jasper and Mrs. Viola Christopher. Octavius was president and CEO of One In A Million Boxing Inc, serving Northwest Indiana and Big Bear, California. An ambitious and driven businessman, he built his company from the ground up in 2003. Through hard work and preserverance, Octavius and One In A Million Inc quickly became an entertaining driving force in the boxing world. A pillar of the community, he opened his heart and facility doors to those seeking his assistance. A kind and loving man with a heart of gold, Octavius C. James will be sorley missed by all those he touched. Visitation will be Friday, July 31, 2009 at New Hope M.B. Church from 12 noon until 8:00 PM with Family Hour from 6 PM-8 PM. Home going services will be Saturday, August 1, 2009 at 1:00 PM at New Hope M.B. Church 2307 Rhode Island Street in Gary, Indiana. Interment Fern Oak Cemetery. Professional services rendered by Guy & Allen Funeral Directors, Inc.
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Memories and Condolences
for Octavius James
Gaylia Somers
July 23, 2021
Never Forgotten....You are Missed
Gaylia Somers
July 23, 2019
Its been 10 yrs my dear friend, I think about you often... You a truly Missed.....
Erika James
July 26, 2010
Big bro its been a year since u left us, & the pain of it hasn't went away. My heart hurts & many thoughts of u I have so many memories of us growing up, but u were still my big brother.. time came between us & we missed out on so many more memories to be had, but GOD said differently & I cant argue with him @ all.. Jus know that we will see each other again.. I miss u so much with all my heart your lil sister Erika F. James...
Gaylia
July 25, 2010
One year ago YOU left us....Gone but NEVER FORGOTTEN!!!! You touched so many and your memory will forever live in each of our hearts!!!
GAYLIA SOMERS
January 24, 2010
IT HAS BEEN 6 MONTHS SINCE YOU LEFT US MY DEAR FRIEND. SOME PEOPLE COME INTO OUR LIVES AND FOREVER LEAVE FOOTPRINTS ON OUR HEARTS....YOU HAVE DONE THAT TO MANY. YOUR ARE IN MY THOUGHTS EVERYDAY.
YOU ARE SO MISSED.. THANKS FOR ALL THE GOOD MEMORIES...
YVONNE STEWART
October 21, 2009
May your Heart and Soul Rest In Peace
now. I wish i would have know sooner. To Octavius Parents BE Blessed and look to the hills from which our helps cometh from. you now have your own personal star in in the clouds above.
R.I.P
Cathy Dunn
August 13, 2009
you will be missed so much. may God grant you eternal rest. love you and rest in peace.
Lillian Torres
August 13, 2009
I just heard the news about Octavius sudden passing. I was very saddened to hear this, Octavius was a very dear friend of mine and he will be truly missed. Please accept my deepest condolences. I know that he is definitely with our Lord sporting the jewels on his crown for all the great things he did for people he was indeed a Good Shepherd.
Arlandal & Mary Jo Davis
August 9, 2009
To The Entire Family of
OCTAVIUS C. JAMES
Please allow me to express my deepest condolences to the family. May your faith in GOD sustain you in this midnight hour.
Upon learning of “O”s” expiry, I immediately recalled the many discussions relative to Religion and the Bible we had shared, therefore I offer this verse on behalf of our friendship…
Behold, how good and how pleasant it is for brethren to dwell together in unity!
It is like the precious ointment upon the head, that ran down upon the beard, even Aaron's beard: that went down to the skirts of his garments;
As the dew of Hermon, and as the dew that descended upon the mountains of Zion: for there the LORD commanded the blessing, even life for evermore.
Psalms 133: 1-3
Amen
Lam & Jo
Cruz Delgado
August 9, 2009
I will dearly miss you.You were one of my role models who I looked up to.You guided me and spoke to me like a son,and your words will stay in my heart forever.I have you to thank for because you showed you cared.You called to check on me,to see how my grades were and all the holidays. Thank you Octavious.Mom misses you too,and I tell her you are my Gardian Angel.
The Janek Family
August 6, 2009
Those we love do not go away,
they walk beside us everyday.
Unseen, unheard but always near,
still loved, still missed, still very dear.
Our memories will never die,
as time goes on and days go by.
Your presence we miss,
your memories we treasure.
Loving you always,
and forgetting you never.
La Chandra R Monroe
August 6, 2009
Thank you ALL for your kind words for my family during this difficult time. Please keep us in your prayers.
F Greene
August 5, 2009
Shenicka and Paulette please accept my deepest sympathies. Please know that God never makes a mistake nor does he put more on us than we can bare. Continue to pray and He will keep you strong!!!
August 3, 2009
La Chandra, I am sooo sorry for your loss. You know you are in my prayers girl and please call me if you need anything. Love you and Mom!...Talia
DAWN RAMOS
August 2, 2009
Dear Shenicka,
I dont even no where to begin with this cause i no whatever i say nothing helps right now i was in ur shoes 1yr&1/2 ago and i no everything ur going threw and how hurt ur heart is!! If u read this please call me 219-313-6521 so we can talk laugh & cry!! My heart goes out to u and Octavius's family!! STAY STRONG SHENICKA XOXOXOXO
Carrie Rutland
August 1, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Dr Reuben Rutland
August 1, 2009
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Dr.Louis Rutland
August 1, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Sandy Hatcher
August 1, 2009
Paulette,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. God is with you and you are in my prayers to help you get through this time. I know its hard. God loves you and I do too.
Sandy, from next door on Van Buren Street years ago
August 1, 2009
Paulette, know that God sees and cares.
May He continue to bless and comfort you and the family at this difficult time and forever.
Love,
Godfather, Sylvester & Gazetta
July 31, 2009
Paulette You have my deepest sympathy & I will keep you & you family in my prayers. Syretta Mosley & family Crystal,MN
Wilson Glenn
July 31, 2009
Bill, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Sheridan Jackson
July 31, 2009
My heart goes out to Shenicka the family and friends of Tay. You all are in my prayers......Sheridan Jackson (Birmingham, AL)
Nicole Greene
July 31, 2009
To Shanicka,We wanted you to know that God has taken Tate to another great place,And always remember to stay strong,even after all this is over,you still can always count on us.With love
Nicole,Johnny,Baby Trey,Kendra,Danbrielle,and Monica
Nicole Greene
July 31, 2009
God called home one of his angels. May the Lord keep his family covered in his blood doing this time of sorrow.
Nicole
Rita
July 31, 2009
Thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Octavius. He was "One in a Million" and will be missed by many for a long, long time.
Jefferson County Public Law Library
July 31, 2009
To Dave Christopher and Family --
We send our condolences to the family of Octavius James. Though we did not have the pleasure of knowing him it is obvious by the other entries that he was a wonderful person who will be sorely missed. Our thoughts are with you all. -- Linda, Sherryl, Amy and Wilma : staff at the Jefferson County Public Law Library
Angela Wills
July 31, 2009
To the family of Octavius, I'd like to extend my deepest sympathy. I am at a lost for words because Ta was such a wonderful person to all who had the pleasure of knowing him. His smile was filled with so much love and kindness, and I feel that he was truly and angel on earth. I thank God for Octavius, because he was a true example of God's love.
Cherilyn Simmons
July 30, 2009
Shenicka,
I know it has been a long time since we have spoken, but my heart still goes out to you in this difficult time. We are praying for you and your family.
Vernell Hodge
July 30, 2009
My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.
July 30, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Woods' Family
July 30, 2009
We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.
Marsha Jones
July 30, 2009
To the Family,
My thoughts and prayers go out to you at your time of sorry. Tate was a wonderful man and person who touched everyone he knew. Keep his memories close to your hearts, his earthly body may not be here but his soul will live forever.
Gaylia
July 30, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Sherri Blair
July 30, 2009
To the family of Octavius James:
I wish to extend my heartfelt and most sincere condolences to you all. The passsing of Octavius has impacted us all so greatly. I will truly miss his funny wise-cracks and his infectious smile. He was a considerate and good natured person. May GODS grace strenghten you all. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Deeply Saddened,
Sherri
Natalie Cain-Carter
July 30, 2009
Shenicka,
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. May God bring you comfort and peace in your time of sorrow.
Irma Jean Jones
July 30, 2009
Tate, we will truly miss you. We love you so much and will miss the wonderful
times that we shared with each other. We will forever share those memories. You were so sweet. Love you always
your cousins. Henry, Jean & Tiffany Jones
Cindy Gaskin
July 30, 2009
we will miss you dearly i send all my love and sympathy to all of you , for this this is an unfortunate event but as we see god is always in charge and never makes any mistakes my prayers are with you all and we are very very sad.love always Liza and Cindy
Roberta Jordan
July 29, 2009
To Paulette and family
From Roberta Jordan of Zion MB church I offer you my deepest simpathy in the loss of your loved one. I know that words can not express how you feel at this time, but I know that God in his infinite power and wisdom does not make a mistake. Remember that weeping may endure for a night but joy will come in the morning. God only chooses his best. Stay prayerful
Bertina (Tina) Williams
July 29, 2009
To the family of Tate I send my condolences on the lost of your loved one. He and I played together as little children and I never forgot him. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. Paulette, I will keep you in my prayers.
Chalonda Ferguson
July 29, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
July 29, 2009
Steele and James family sorry about the loss of someone so dear to you all. My Jehovah the God of comfort, bring such comfort through his word the Bible. Clara Clark and Family
Tha'Wann Parker
July 29, 2009
Although my sister said it best in her entry, there is no way that I can go without showing you a small token of my appreciation. Words can not begin to express how grateful I was to have you in my life as the big brother I never had. You were always there for me with your wise cracking remarks and words of encouragement. I am still in shock by your sudden passing, but I know that God must have a bigger plan in store for you. Thank you for everything you have ever done for me. Love, Tha'Wann.
LaKisha Hinton
July 29, 2009
to LaChanda,Mrs.Paulette and Pauline and family..i know that words cannot express my gratitude to you and your family in your time of bereavement..just know that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot hill..when times get rough just think of all the wonderful times you shared with Octavius.....Love you guys and look up for the joy of the Lord will be your strength
Felicia Thigpen
July 29, 2009
To La Chandra:
I know that you are overwhelmed by this circumstance and this is an life altering event that has taken place. Just know that in every life Octavius's has touched he leaves behind his legacy.
Love Felicia Thigpen and family
Kimeka Parker
July 29, 2009
13 years ago GOD brought you into my life, at a time when me & my sister Tha'wann had no one you became the brother we never had. There are no words that can explain the void I have in my heart now that your gone. As I look back over time I wonder did I thank you enough for all you did for me? For all the times you were by our sides to help & support us.. To celebrate our successes to understand our problems. I wonder if I thanked you for the simple things like your laughter & your smile. If I didnt show my gratitude for all the things you did, I'm thanking you now & I hope you knew all along how much you meant to me. So to my closest & dearest friend now the time has come for you to rest so go in peace, you've earned your sleep I will see you again when GOD calls my name & says it is time to go home & be with your best friend once again. Love you & I'm gonna miss you.
Margie Comacho
July 29, 2009
My prayers and sympathy go to the family and friends of Mr. James. Though I have never met you, I wished I had. In your short life your selflessness and generosity will live on forever.
Jo ANN Barnes\ Dudley
July 29, 2009
My prayers are with u Paulette and Lawrence because i know how much u both loved Ta. God bless you and your family.
Charisse Thompson
July 29, 2009
To The Family of Octavius C James,
When those we love go away, they never really leave us; they are with us now, wherever we are. Those whom we have cherished, live on forever, for love wraps itself around the heart. Although it's difficult now, someday beyond our tears and all the world's wrongs; beyond the clouds and all that we can see and touch, we shall all understand.
I pray that God grants you peace during your time of bereavement.
La Chandra R Monroe
July 29, 2009
I've lost my best friend,my closest confidant,one of who protected me all 29 years of my life,there are no words to describe my pain. I will miss you dearly.
La Chandra R Monroe
July 29, 2009
I've lost my best friend,my closest confidant,one who has protected me all 29 years of my life,there are no words to describe my pain. I will miss you dearly.
Tierra Christopher
July 29, 2009
Love you and I'm going to miss you.
Kelsey Kimble
July 29, 2009
While his early departure certainly makes us wonder, we understand that God is sovereign. Our prayers to you and your family.
Jill Diamond
July 29, 2009
Jose Sulaiman and the World Boxing Council send respect to a man whose future was as big as his heart.
Jill Diamond
Judge Julie Cantrell
July 29, 2009
Octavius himself was "One in a Million". May your happy memories get you through the difficult times. He was an inspiration to many. May his legacy live on.
Valarie Hudson
July 29, 2009
To The Family of Octavius C James,
Please accept my most sincere condolences on the loss of your loved one. I pray that God will comfort you during your time of sorrow.
John 14:27 "Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.
Jarnata wood-Sharp
July 29, 2009
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
tiffany watkins
July 29, 2009
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
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