John Wesley

James

SSgt John Wesley James, USMC was born on December 14, 1951, to the blessed union of the late Ann Jewel Willis and the late James Willis in Griffin, Georgia. He received his formal education at Griffin High School also located in Griffin, Georgia. SSgt John Wesley James, USMC accepted Christ as his Savior at an early age and in his later years he became a Deacon at Union Baptist Church in Port Royal, South Carolina.

On April 5, 1972, SSgt John Wesley James, USMC was united in holy matrimony with the love of his life, Mrs. Beatrice Reynolds, in Griffin, Georgia. Their union was blessed with 1 child.

SSgt John Wesley James, USMC enlisted into the United States Marines and was honorably discharged on August 3, 1979. After his discharge, he became employed by Parris Island Fire Department as a Ladder Truck Driver and Dispatcher for 45+ years until his retirement. In his leisure time he enjoyed sitting quietly watching baseball or his favorite movies.

On Wednesday, August 2, 2023, SSgt John Wesley James, USMC surrendered his earthly life and gained his wings to be with his Heavenly Father. Matthew 5:4 "Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted" reminds us that although we are deeply saddened by the loss of our loved one, the Lord will bless us with peace and comfort during our time of mourning. He was preceded in death by his parents, Mrs. Ann Jewel Willis and Mr. James Willis.

SSgt John Wesley James, USMC leaves his everlasting memories to be cherished in the hearts of his loving and dedicated wife of 51 years, Mrs. Beatrice James; daughter, Pamela (James) James-Dixon Jr.; son, Dr. Edward A. (Belinda) Johnson Sr.; sister, Martha Clemons; grandson, James W. Dixon III; nephews, Timothy Willis, Bryan Clemons, and Gerald Clemons; GREAT NEPHEWS Jaeden Willis adopted grandchildren, Pamela Simmons, Edward Johnson Jr., Destiny Johnson, and Joshua Johnson; 7 great grandchildren; and sister in-laws, Mary Peoples, Anne Bell (Earnest) Odom, Elaine (David) Lane, Patricia (Robert) Henry, Margret (Steven) Mohammad, and Inger Reynolds.  He also leaves a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and other loved ones that will miss him dearly.

Visitation for Mr. James will be held on Tuesday, August 8, 2023, from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM at Burden's Funeral Home. A Home Going Celebration of his life will be held on Wednesday, August 9, 2023, at 11:00 AM in the Chapel at Burden's Funeral Home. The body will lie in state one hour prior to the service hour. Interment will follow in Oak Hill Cemetery with Military Honors performed by The United States Marine Corp. Rev. Dr. Edward A. Johnson (son) is the Eulogist.

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