James Leon Fields Jr.

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James Fields Obituary

James Leon Fields Jr., 60, made it to the finish line of the marathon of his life Monday, June 2, 2003. He bravely fought Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma since August of 1998. He is survived by his faithful and caring wife, Julia F. Fields; daughters, Kimberly F. Aldrich, Tracey Lynne Fields; son-in-law, Michael; a sister, Mary Bowery and her husband, Parker; his brother-in-law, Thomas Faulkner, and "adopted" son, Roger Langford. He was preceded in death by his mother, Geraldine Fields, and father, James Leon Fields Sr.; sister, Barbara Parish, and nephew, Blake McLean. Mr. Fields graduated from VCU with both a Bachelors and Masters Degree. Mr. Fields worked as a cost analyst for DuPont, and taught adult accounting at Meadowbrook High School. He proudly served his country for 30 years in the U.S. Army Reserve, and retired as a Command Sergeant Major with the 81st Airborne "Screaming Eagles" in Chattanooga, Tenn. The family will receive friends 2 to 3:30 and 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Parham Chapel, Woody Funeral Home, 1771 Parham Road. A funeral service will be conducted 1 p.m. Thursday at Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 1100 West Grace St. Interment 2:30 p.m., Blandford Cemetery, Petersburg. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made in his memory to Bethlehem Lutheran Church, or that blood be donated to The Virginia Blood Service to help others sustain their quality of life.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jun. 3 to Jun. 4, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for James Fields

11 Entries

Becki Yeatts

June 7, 2003

I never worked directly with Jim but I knew him quite well. The thing that I will remember the most about him was his sense of humor. I never knew when he was "pulling my leg" or when he was being serious until that endearing grin would show up. I know that he will be missed by his Family, Friends and all that knew him. May God bless all of us now and forever.

Charlie & Jean Price

June 4, 2003

You were a very special friend to us. We will never say Goodbye, just so long, because we will see you again. You were blessed to have a wife like Judy. God Bless you and keep you safe, Judy. We love you.

Benita Turner

June 4, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with the family as they go through this difficult time. I was very grateful that I was able to meet Mr. Fields and share some precious moments with him.

Roger Langford

June 3, 2003

I'm writing something only because I couldn't say them.....Mr. Fields was my FRIEND. From the times running together to talking sports, I always enjoyed his insight and his humor. I was very fortunate to spend time with him during his last weeks and days. My fondest memory will be last friday when we shared some ice cream and talked sports and God.....then took a nap.........I will miss him dearly and remember him always

Pam Decatur

June 3, 2003

I grew up with Jimmy. As cousins we were fortunate to live within the same neighborhood. Many days and evenings we would ride his big paper route wagon down "The Hill" and in winter snow time our sleighs. Many warm and wonderful memories come to mind. I will remember his gentle heart and his wonderful smile. Rest well my friend.

AVA YATES

June 3, 2003

TO MARY AND THE FIELDS FAMILY,

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AT THIS VERY DIFFICULT TIME. PLEASE KNOW THAT GOD WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU AS HE IS DOING FOR JIM RIGHT NOW. STAY STRONG IN HIS WORD AND HE WILL DEFINTELY SEE YOU THROUGH!

GOD BLESS

AVA

Lisa Somers

June 3, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I know he will be terribly missed and I hope that you can find comfort knowing that he is in a wonderful place now.

Bill Kahl

June 3, 2003

I met Jim in the 1st grade at Broad Rock Elementary School, and we were together, literally, all the way through high school. Our paths continued together with employment at DuPont. In fact, it was Jim that met me on my first day at DuPont, helped me obtain my safety equipment, and acclimated me to my new job. I fondly remember Jim's unique humor. But it wasn't until recent years that I became aware of his raw courage. He is truly one of my heroes. Because of God's grace through Jesus Christ, my path will again join Jim's one last time when I see him in heaven. For to those who belong to Christ, physical death is not the end, but the begining. It will be an intimacy with our Lord and with one another that has no pain, has no sickness, has no grief, and will last forever. Praise God that death is not the end. See you soon, Jim.

Daphne McCoy

June 3, 2003

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Jim fought a battle that most of us would not be able to endure.

Donnie Cocke

June 3, 2003

I worked with jim for several years and am very sorry to see his passing. He was a very fine man and a pleasure to be around. He will be missed.

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