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James H. WHITEHURST Sr.

James WHITEHURST Obituary

WHITEHURST, Sr., James H.
Was born in Norfolk, Virginia on March 28, 1929. A beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, Brother and Uncle. James joined his Heavenly Father on January 7, 2014. James was a devoted US Army soldier for 30 years, attaining the rank of Sergeant Major. He served in Japan, Korea, Vietnam and Germany. His military medals included the Bronze Star, The Meritorious Medal, The Army Commendation Medal and many others. James, your Proud Family will Forever Miss You.

Burial services will be at the Sacramento Valley VA National Cemetery, Dixon, CA.

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Published by The Wayland Town Crier from Jan. 11 to Jan. 13, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
for James WHITEHURST

20 Entries

Maureen Whitehurst

January 11, 2015

Dad,
You are in my heart always. Knowing your caring ways and the many thoughtful things you did for family, friends, and people you simply came into contact with, fills me with such pride. I will cherish your memory forever. Thank you for being my dad. ~Maureen

Angela T. Polk

January 8, 2015

Love you Dad. 1/7/2015

Dru Burks

January 8, 2015

I will forever be so thankful for the wonderful and amazing guidance I received from Jim since I was a 16 year old kid working on my car in the Depot Hobby shop. He was the best of the best and a true leader who encourage me to join the army and mentored me throughout the years. I will forever be thankful!!!

Edward Weeks

February 11, 2014

James H. Whitehurst was a good soldier, and an even better man, Jim went to his final posting beyond the starry strand, There his final commendation proclaimed,"Well done thou good and faithful servant" Rest In Peace, Jim.

Kirsten Ireton

January 20, 2014

Jim, I will forever remember your warm smile and friendly laugh. It was completely evident to my how devoted you were to Elsbeth. We should all be so lucky to have a love like yours. Rest in Peace.

Ruben and Margaret Luna

January 17, 2014

To James family. My husband and I, Ruben and Margaret Luna, worked with James. He always had a smile on his face and was always friendly to everyone. Our prayers go to the family and to James. Rest in Peace

Michelle Whitehurst

January 13, 2014

Grandpa...you will be missed..I love you so much...I will miss our talks on the phone...I'm very proud to have you as my grandpa...I love you and I will always think of you...

GLENN O. WILSON

January 13, 2014

FAMILY OF JIM'S,
WHAT A WONDERFUL INDIVIDUAL TO WORK WITH AND TO KNOW AS A FRIEND. SERVED HIS COUNTRY WITH HONOR AND PRIDE.WAS AN HONOR TO CALL HIM A FRIEND.

Nick Cullincini

January 13, 2014

May the Lord Jesus bless and keep the entire Whitehurst family. RIP SGT Major.

Laura Bishop

January 13, 2014

To the Whitehurst family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. Whitehurst was an inspiration to many of us at the Sacrament Army Depot. He also attended many reunion functions in the past 20 years, and I have several pictures of him. He was a very honorable and humble man.

Dru Burks

January 12, 2014

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Whitehurst family. SGM Whitehurst was a great leader and role model.

Ian Carah

January 12, 2014

A grateful nation mourns its loss. Rest in peace, Sir.

Vena Whitehurst

January 11, 2014

Dad, you will be greatly missed.
I couldn't have asked for a better father in law.
I love you.

Cathy Parker

January 11, 2014

Remembering You and Your Family in prayer

Jamillah Estelow

January 11, 2014

To my Granddad wife Elsbeth may God keep you and comfort you during this time. Luv Jamillah

Jamillah Estelow

January 11, 2014

Granddaddy you are and always will be our family inspirational leader. Always gave unconditional love to us. Our Angel now that will protect us all wherever we are and guide us with strength that he showed us and we all have from you. Its in your DNA you always said to me. God bless and keep my granddad always. To the family we had a man that can never be replaced. We will keep him in our hearts and thoughts forevermore. Love you Grandad Jamillah P.S. Mom (LInda Whitehurst) love you the best gift my granddad gave me was you.

Juliana Cannon

January 11, 2014

Grandpa,
You will be forever missed! Thank you for being another great example of a man in my life. There will not be a day I don't think of you. I have so many good memories to cherish. Love you always.

Leonard and Kitty Walker

January 11, 2014

Sgt,Maj Whitehurst was one of the best soldiers that I ever knew. Jim and I served in the Army together and stayed in touch after both of us retired from the Army. Sergeantmajor Whitehurst has many friends in the Army still living in the Sacramento area. We will all miss The Sergeantmajor, however I am sure that Jim is going to be happy in his new assignment, First Infantry Division. So long old soldier. We will miss you.

January 11, 2014

To the Whitehurst family, May God bless and watch over you in your time of sorrow.

I knew "Jim" from our time at the Sacramento Army Depot, where he monitored our contract. He was tough, but fair and I came to respect him and consider him a friend. He also had a great sense of humor and I thought of him often over the years.

His love of family showed often and I'm sure he is watching over you all.

David Eaton

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