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James Chambers Obituary
Dr. James David Chambers, Jr., passed away, Sunday, Sept. 9, 2007, at St. John's Regional Medical Center.
He was born on May 17, 1923, in Baltimore. He was a veteran of World War II and the Korean War, serving his country in both the U.S. Coast Guard and Navy for 25 years. After the military, he worked for General Motors Delco Corp. for 20 years and later Laidlaw and the Oxnard School District until finally retiring in 2003.
He married his high school sweetheart, Dorothy Mae Murphy, and shared his love and life with his treasured wife and teammate for 64 years. To this union was born three children, 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren and heaven only knows the number of spiritual children who loved him as "Pappas" and were touched by his teaching, preaching and love for the truth of God's word.
He gave his life to Christ at an early age and recommitted his walk with the Lord while on tour of duty in Japan, never turning back. He had been a member of the St. Paul Baptist Church for 43 years. In 1967, responding to God's call, he was licensed into ministry and then ordained in 1977 under Rev. Hosea Edwards. He served faithfully as assistant pastor to Bishop B.A. Huggins for the past 17 years, and received an honorary Doctorate of Divinity from the St. Paul Baptist Church Seminary and Bible Institute in July 2007.
He served as executive secretary of the Progressive Baptist State Convention and was a member of the monthly men's fellowship and Bible study held at St. John's Lutheran Church. One of the greatest loves of his ministry was his longstanding Tuesday morning, Through-The-Bible, interactive study that he taught.
He leaves behind his devoted wife, Dorothy, children, Brenda and Harold Turner, James and Pauline Chambers, Eddie and Terry Chambers; brothers, Charles and wife Agnes Chambers and Evans Chambers; sisters, Irene (deceased husband Wilbur Hood) and Angie and husband Robert McCullum; 12 grandchildren, 23 great-grandchildren; and a number of nieces and nephews.
"Well done, God's good and faithful servant." —Matthew 25:21
Visitation will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. today, Sept. 14, at Garcia Mortuary. Funeral service will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Saturday at St. Paul's Baptist Church, 1777 Statham Blvd., in Oxnard. Interment will follow at Ivy Lawn Memorial Park.
Funeral arrangements are under the direction of Garcia Mortuary, 629 South A St., Oxnard. For further information, please call 805-486-9148.
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carla stewart
September 24, 2007
Sis. Chambers we will truly miss Rev. Chambers. I enjoyed being in his sunday school class and I enjoyed the stories he told of his experiences in his christian walk. Please know that you and your children are in our prayers. May God continue to bless you.
Rev. Major & Carla Stewart
Gary & Elizabeth Windom
September 18, 2007
Our family was sadden by the news of Rev. Chambers' homegoing. We send our prayers of comfort to you and your Saint Paul family for he surely will be missed by all. However, I know the Lord is rejoicing at the sight of his faithful servant. Blessings!
Rev. & Mrs. Princeton L. Allen & Family
September 18, 2007
Rev. Chambers has been very instrumental in my ministry. His training has equipped me with great understanding & knowledge of the Word of God. He will be greatly missed.
To Mother Chambers and family, may God continue to strengthen & empower you through His Word. God bless you and thank you for sharing your husband and father with the body of Christ.
Mary Jones
September 18, 2007
Rev. Chambers has blessed so many through his knowledge of God's word. While growing up at St. Paul he always made sure that we as youth were on the right path. As an adult we went through the bible from beginning to end with a trivia question after each session at his Friday night bible study. I thank God for placing him into my life. Mother Chambers please know that we love you dearly. The many words of encouragement that you both have shared with me and my family throuhout the years has kept us strong. Now we encourage you.
James & Mona Thompson
September 18, 2007
In memory of a just, honest & wise man. THANK YOU Rev. Chambers for supporting my wife and I in the Couple Ministry at St. Paul Baptist Church. We will never forget the love and support you shown us as being new leaders of this all important ministry. THANK YOU Sis. Chambers for your time, support and wisdom. The words of wisdom that you gave my wife and I we will apply to our marriage as well as share with other couples. Again eternally grateful.
Love James and Mona Thompson & Family (Anthony, Jonathan, Philip, Nathan, & Nia)
Ada Allen
September 18, 2007
Mother Chambers and Family,
I will truely miss Rev. Chambers from teaching our Sunday School Class, he always made things so much easier to understand, he truely had wisdom and knowledge of God's word.
Mother Chambers may God grant you peace and comfort in your time of lost, also remember that earth has no sorrow that heaven cannot not heal.
Much Love Mother Chambers:
Christine Adams
September 15, 2007
To my loving Chambers family:
I pray that God comforts you in everything your heart desires. I love you and cherish every moment of wonderful and fond memories I have of Rev. Chambers.
To Mother Chambers:
What you have will never be replaced. Your loving relationship is one that I admire. I love you and always will.
Christine Adams, representing the Webster family in Colonia
Deacon Harold & Iphagenia Brooks
September 14, 2007
Sister Chambers, our profound love and prayers covet you and family. Rev. Chambers had a gift and passion for teaching God’s word. One of his favorite statements was: “LET ME SHARE THIS WITH YOU” He always shared God’s word. Remember earth hath no sorrow that Heaven cannot heal. Our deepest sympathy.
Debbie Jones-Robinson
September 14, 2007
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Deacon Jackie and Dorothy Samuel
September 14, 2007
Rev. Chambers will always be remembered as the faithful servant. He was always at his post and I am sure that he heard the words we are all longing to hear. Well done my good and Faithful Servant, welcome into enternal rest. We will miss him, but we know that he is sitting at the father's feet receiving his just reward.
Rickie and Cathie Earvin
September 14, 2007
May the lord bless your family and bless you through this time of grief, Rev Rickie and Cathie Earvin
Micael & Suzette Williams
September 14, 2007
"Everything God does will endure forever; nothing can be added to it and nothing taken from it. God does it, so men will revere Him (Ephesians 3:14). Words cannot express how much we love you Rev. & Mrs. Chambers. It is because of you that we (Michael and Suzette Williams) learned to become diligent Bible study students and teachers. Your love for us and our love for you has no boundaries. Thank You, Thank You, Thank You.
Betty JONES
September 14, 2007
To the chambers family,
How shocked I was to learn of Rev chambers death! He'll be missed.
My thoughts and prayers are with you all through this difficult time. May the Lord sustain you during these pain-filled days and shower you with grace upon grace.
Felicia R Nickelberry
September 14, 2007
Rev. Chambers was loved by all. His ministry touched so many in Ventura County. He was a walking Biblical Resource that I called upon often in my studies. He was always available and willing to assist. I will miss him dearly. Mom Chambers and family are in my thoughts and prayers!
Donald & Dorita Flemister
September 14, 2007
September 14, 2007
Our love, prayers, and thoughts are with you and your family in your time of sorrow. May the sweet memories continue to bring you comfort and peace. Your faith in God will continue to be your anchor! Your hope in God will continue to be your light! Your love for God will continue to bring forth God's blessings and favor upon you. God Bless You!
Deacon Donald & Deaconess Dorita Flemister (Hampton Roads Area, Virginia)
Mary Numa
September 14, 2007
Dearest Dorothy, 64 years is a long long time!. But not long enough for this type of loss. May the strength of your faith in a Loving God keep you and your family during your time of mourning. Our prayers are with you always.
The Numa family
Noe & Mary
Tiffeany Roderick
September 14, 2007
I spent many Friday nights as a child in Dr. Chamber's bible studay. He was sent by God to impart his wisdom and he willingly shared his God given gift. His voice always commanded respect and authority,at the same time filled with love and compassion.
He will be missed but there's comfort in knowing he's at peace and he's with God.
KEVIN & KARYLE PENNY
September 14, 2007
YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ARE IN OUR PRAYERS FOR YOUR STRENGTH THRU THIS TIME OF NEED. I AM SO THANKFUL TO HAVE HAD YOUR FAMILY IN OUR LIFE.
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