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Christopher James Obituary

Christopher Chris M. James - RICHMOND HILL - Christopher Chris Michael James, 42, of Richmond Hill, Georgia, died Wednesday afternoon, March 5, 2014, at Memorial University Medical Center. Born in Panorama City, California, he was the only son of Linda Marie Sova James and the late John Curtis James. Chris was of the Catholic faith. His passion for life revolved around his family. Chris was an avid airplane and helicopter pilot, philanthropist, and an ASL interpreter. He was a telecommunications entrepreneur and was a communications engineer for NACR. Surviving are his mother, Linda Marie Sova James of Sylmar, California; his fianc , Kieran Daly and two step-sons, Nicholas Cole Daly and Logan Christopher Daly, all of Richmond Hill, Georgia; one sister, Tanya Costales and her husband, Forrest, and two nephews, all of North Bend, Oregon, and one uncle, Raymond Sova and his wife, Melanie, of Palmdale, California. The family will receive friends from 10 until 11 Saturday morning at Gamble Funeral Service - 410 Stephenson Avenue, Savannah. The funeral service will be held at 11 o'clock Saturday morning in the chapel of Gamble Funeral Service conducted by The Reverend Dr. Dewain E. Smith. Interment will be private. Remembrances: Nicholas and Logan Daly Educational Fund - 590 Young Way, Richmond Hill, Georgia 31324 and/or L.I.F.E. - 5105 Paulsen Street, Savannah, Georgia 31405. Please share your thoughts about Chris and his life at www.gamblefuneralservice.com. Savannah Morning News March 7, 2014 Please sign our Obituary Guest Book at savannahnow.com/obituaries.

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Published by Savannah Morning News on Mar. 7, 2014.

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bean

May 1, 2014

But it's your birthday tomorrow, twin. I am going to miss you dearly. XOXO

Martha George

April 22, 2014

Goodbye old friend. We met when we were 10 years old in the YMCA. We shared a lot over the 30 years of friendship. Thank you for the good memories!

shannon Carranza

April 21, 2014

I knew Chris in high school. We were good friends for several years and dated very briefly. I'm shocked to read of his passing. He introduced me to a love of Andrew Lloyd Webber and Peter Paul and Mary. Love to his mom.

Debbie Barefield

March 8, 2014

Chris, You have made a big impact for everyone in Savannah, GA and your ways have made us live a little easier because you gave your support for the love you do for these people. I grew to know you when you moved here how much of an inspiration person you are. You touched everyone's lives with special connection that will never be forgotten. May you rest in peace and rejoice with God. With Love and Prayers to Kieran, sons, and to all family and friends.

Eric Sharpe

March 7, 2014

Chris always had a smile on his face. I am going to miss him tremendously.

Laura and Jamey

March 7, 2014

You have our deepest sympathy.

Linda Davis

March 7, 2014

This is so tragic, I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for you, Kieran, and your boys and Christopher's mom and siblings in this difficult time.

Annette Clay

March 7, 2014

My heart goes out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Mayor Edna B. Jackson and Interpreter Chris James

Dr. Frank Lala

March 7, 2014

Sweet as the tender fragrance that survives, When martyred flowers breathe out their little lives, Sweet as a song that once console our pain, But shall never be sung again, Is thy remembrance. Now the hour of rest Hath come to thee. Sleep, loved one: it is best. —


Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Christopher Michael James,

Thanks for all you have done for the Deaf Community, Chatham County Association of the Deaf (Secretary) "CCAD", and Deaf Awareness Banquet "DAB"!

You did an excellent job as Mayor of Savannah's interpreter at Deaf Awareness Banquet!

Dr. Frank Lala

President - Georgia Association of the Deaf.

Founder of CCAD.

Chairperson - DAB

Tina Hinson Mock

March 7, 2014

My sincere condolences to all of your family. The passing of Chris came as a shock today when reading the paper. He was such a bright light and genuinely nice person. May you all be comforted by his memories.

James Aberson

March 7, 2014

I was shocked and saddened to hear of Chris' passing. He was such a kind and giving person. He was a treasure o the community and especially to the deaf community. I am so sorry for your loss, you will all be in my prayers.

Catherine Johnson

March 7, 2014

Christopher James, You were such an inspiring to every Deaf Community and love to voice for our signs. We will never forget who you are and the love of your life for those boys and Kieran Daly and your other families. We sorely will always miss your smiling face but wherever you are will be with us. My prayers goes out to each of those who really loves you.

Chris James

C. Diane Johnson

March 7, 2014

Nancy Davis

March 7, 2014

Chris will be missed by many in Deaf community. He was a valuable asset as and interpreter and a wonderful human being. Always willing to help and join in the festivities. Praying for Kieran, Nicholas, Logan and family for God's comforting hands to carry you during this difficult time.

Janice Mc Daniel

March 7, 2014

My sympathy to the family Chris was a wonderful man very nice also a good interpreter we will miss him

Fran Todd

March 7, 2014

Please know how very saddened I am for the loss of your beloved Chris. He was a wonderful person with a true heart of gold - I am honored to have known him.
On behalf of LIFE's board and staff, I send our deepest condolences for you and for your family
“How very softly you tiptoed into our world, almost silently, only a moment you stayed. But what an imprint you footsteps have left upon our hearts.”

March 7, 2014

For you and the boys Kieran.
Sincerely Angela Boyd

james farringer

March 7, 2014

U will be missed

Tracy Anton Thea Harman

March 7, 2014

A beautiful soul taken to soon. U and the boys are in our thoughts and prayers.

Kieran Daly

March 7, 2014

My StarFish,
You will always be with me. The love we have can never die, and transcends this world.

Thank you for teaching me so much, for being my rock, for supporting me through the tough times, for sharing the good times, and most of all, thank you for just being the amazing man that you were.

You will continue to inspire me everyday.

My Forever Love.
AngelFace

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