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James Snipes Obituary

SNIPES James H. Snipes Sr. of Manning, S.C., a longtime, former resident of Glen Allen, departed this life suddenly January 8, 2007. He is survived by two children, James H. Snipes Jr. of Atlanta, Ga. and Valerie W. Wells of Bear, Del.; his companion of 41 years, Janice O. White; four grandsons, Anthony Snipes, Marc Duncan, James H. Snipes III and Jordon Wells; one niece, Doris Kearney; one nephew, Frankie Snipes III; and a host of other relatives and friends. Remains rest at Walter J. Manning Funeral Home, 700 N. 25th Street, where funeral services will be held Saturday, January 13 at 1 p.m. Rev. Ronald C. Taylor officiating. Interment Roselawn Memory Gardens. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Red Cross, Greater Richmond Chapter.

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Published by Richmond Times-Dispatch from Jan. 10 to Jan. 12, 2007.

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The Cummings Family

January 14, 2007

We will continue to keep your family in our prayers. Longtime Friends from Church Hill.

Juanda, Larry, Lair, Larissa, and Lana Heslop

January 13, 2007

Valerie, Jordon, and Janice,
We were deeply saddened to hear about your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Matthew 11:28 - "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest."

Lori Brazil Chennault

January 13, 2007

Valerie, Janice and Family-
Life is filled with joys and sorrows. Keep close in your heart the joys of yesterday so that your heart mends from your sorrow. I will always remember the good times we shared in Glen Alen.

Samuel Snipe

January 13, 2007

Dear Family,

Our heartfelt sympathies for the loss of our dear cousin James. May God bless and keep youb during this time.

Teresa Little

January 12, 2007

Val and family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss. My heartfelt thoughts and prayers are with you all during this very difficult time.

LBEN Family

January 12, 2007

Very sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. Remember that God loves you and we do too.

January 12, 2007

Jimmy,Valerie and Janice: Our prayer and thoughts are with you. Cynthia,Isaac,Alex,and Zachary Smoot. Columbia,S.C.

Hilda gourdine

January 12, 2007

Jimmy, Valerie,Janice and all my cousins,we were so sorry to hear and we keep you in our prayers at this time. God Bless you all.
See you soon.

Jean Snipe

January 12, 2007

Jimmy, Valerie & Family

My thoughts and prayers are with you during your hour of bereavement. May the memories of your dad bring you comfort in the days ahead. Please know that God is with you.

Henry & Emma Butler

January 12, 2007

Jimmy and Valerie, Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Charles & Dorothy Purnell

January 12, 2007

We were very saddened to hear about Beanie's passing. He was one of our oldest friends. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the family.

Monica Thomas-Moore

January 12, 2007

Valerie,

Our prayers and thoughts are with you, Jordon and your family during this trying time. Know you are loved and God has control of all things.
with our deepest Sympathy
Monica and Andre Moore

Pauline Briscoe

January 12, 2007

Valerie,

My Prayers are with you and your family. May God bless, and keep you in peace. My Love is with you always.

Chen Wang

January 12, 2007

Dear Valerie,
Please accept my deepest condolences to you and your family during this difficult time.

Y Perry

January 12, 2007

One single grateful thought raised to heaven is the most perfect prayer.

Rodney Allen

January 12, 2007

My heart goes out to Snipes and White family. Valerie and Jimmy Jr., hold your head up high. Your daddy is at rest with the Master. One day, one step at a time. I love you all.

Glenn Britt

January 12, 2007

Valerie and Jordan

My prayers are with you and your family with the loss of your father and grandfather. Keeps God's word close to your heart and rememeber Death is swallowed up in victory.. God Bless and Keep you and your family

Jacqueline Bryant

January 11, 2007

Valerie,

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this trying time. If you need any thing at all, please do not hesitate to ask. We love you and are here for you.

Love,
Jacqie, David, Jervan, Jada, Joselyn & JonHenri

From the Staff of Walter J. Manning Funeral Home

January 12, 2007

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Wendy Warren

January 11, 2007

Valerie,

My prayers are with you and your family. May God continue to strengthen you and give you peace not only in this trying time, but also in the days, weeks and months to come. I love you.
WEW

Arthur & Lisa Rothwell

January 11, 2007

Valerie,

My family and I would like to give our condolences to you, Jordon and Janice on the passing of your father. It's a tough time but things will get better.
Lean not on your own understanding, trust in GOD. I Love You. Lisa, Arthur, Alir, Asha and Aliea

Tiffany Carter

January 11, 2007

I extend my deepest sympathy to you in your loss. Times like these are extremely difficult, but know that you are loved, supported and constantly being prayed for.

Peace & Blessings!

Evelyn Snipes

January 11, 2007

The Lord your God is with you, he is mighty to save...he will quiet you with his love.

May His peace sustain you through this difficult time.

Darlene Hill

January 11, 2007

Jimmy, Phyllis and Evelyn;

We are truly sorry to hear about the lost of James Sr.. Your entire family are in our prayers and you know if we were not committed elsewhere that we would be there with you. Please let us know if there is anything you need.

Your 20 year old friends and extended family.

James and Darlene Hill

Glenn Dolton

January 11, 2007

To the Snipes family, I want to let you know that me and my family are praying for you all. "He will keep you in perfect peace whose mind is stayed on Him"

God Bless

Claudette, PJ and Phillip Lewis

January 10, 2007

Was deeply saddened and shocked to hear of the death of your father. May GOD bless and keep you as you go thru this difficult time.

Linda & Cecil Deane

January 10, 2007

My sympathy goes out to the family and friends of James. I have known James for over 20 years, and the whole time he has truly been a friend. A kind, compassionate, and caring person. You will be missed, especially by me. God Bless You, and your family at this time of mourning. Rest in peace.

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