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North Charleston, SC 29415
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“Just heard about uncle Daniel think of u often hope u are doing well love to all kathy Melton Cowan Jacksonville fl
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1 of 17 | Posted by: Kathy Elaine Melton Cowan - FL
“Just heard about uncle Daniel think of u often hope u are doing well love to all kathy Melton Cowan Jacksonville fl
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2 of 17 | Posted by: Kathy Elaine Melton Cowan - FL
“Dear Aunt Ruby, Gail, Danny, Nancy and Tony,
I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Daniel's passing and all of you are in my thoughts and prayers. ...Read More »
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3 of 17 | Posted by: Linda Melton Kirkland - GA
“Papa, you are the strongest yet humblest man I know. Thinking back on all of our time together, both in person and over the phone, I have nothing but...Read More »
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4 of 17 | Posted by: Jessica Cheatham - Richmond, VA
“Aunt Ruby and Family
My thoughts and prayers will be with you and your family during your time of sorrow.
With Love,
Jane Melton Little
( JB's...Read More »
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5 of 17 | Posted by: Jane Metlon Little - Rossville, GA
“We are very sorry for your loss.
You are in our thoughts and prayers
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6 of 17 | Posted by: Every one at Dealer Network One - TX
“Dear Gail, Melanie & family,
My sincere sympathy to you in your time of loss. My you be comforted by the wonderful memories you have and knowing...Read More »
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7 of 17 | Posted by: Karen Parsons - Orlando, FL
“Dear sweet Gail and family, We are so very sorry for this great loss.With love, Dennis, Lisa, Nicole, Jeremy, Brittany and Carley Murphy
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8 of 17 | Posted by: Dennis and Lisa Murphy
“my thoughts and prayers are with the family.mr.james was a very nice and giving man that would have done anything for anybody.have been a neighbor of...Read More »
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9 of 17 | Posted by: deborah oliver - north charleston, SC
“Gail we were so sorry to hear of your father's passing. Please accept our deepest condolences and know that you and your family are in our thoughts...Read More »
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10 of 17 | Posted by: Ken and Bernadette Beaton - SC
“Your family is in my thoughts and prayers. Take care of each other today and stay strong.
Dawn Johnson & Family
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11 of 17 | Posted by: Dawn Johnson - Mechanicsville, VA
“I will always remember Uncle Daniel as a kind and gentle man. He had a wonderful smile. We only got to see each other once a year at the family...Read More »
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12 of 17 | Posted by: DEBBIE WOOTEN OWEN ZETROUER - SC
“Uncle Daniel was a very special person. I will always cherish the memories of our trips to Charleston to visit he and Aunt Ruby. All the laughter...Read More »
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13 of 17 | Posted by: Sheila Foster - Inman, SC
“A friend I will Never forget , An honest and true friend that will surely be missed and never forgotten.May God welcome Him into Heaven as he was a...Read More »
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14 of 17 | Posted by: WILLARD BRANCH SR - N.Charleston, SC
“Some of my warmest childhood and adult memories, even moreso as an adult, were at my grandpa and grandmas house. As an adult when living in...Read More »
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15 of 17 | Posted by: Melanie - Orlando, FL
“Although i didn't know Dan James Senior, i know Dan James Jr. from when i worked for ATCO Parts Inc. I was a territory manager in Michigan, and would...Read More »
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16 of 17 | Posted by: Dave Delemme - Otsego, MI
“Uncle Daniel was the twin brother of my Dad... and he was always my Dad's Best
Friend..they had a special connection..but they always knew when one...Read More »
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17 of 17 | Posted by: Cindy Reddoch - Guyton, GA
Daniel Edward James, Sr., 84, of North Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Ruby Melton James entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 22, 2012. The friends and relatives of Daniel James are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Thursday, July 26, 2012 in the Remount Baptist Church, 1520 Remount Road at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. North Area Chapel.
Mr. James was born on November 3, 1927 in Greenville, South Carolina, son of the late George James and Dora Smith James. He was a Staff Manager for 43 years with the Independent Life and Accident Insurance Company. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during WWII. Daniel served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant while serving in the Philippines. A former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #3142, he was also a member of The American Legion, Post #0172. Daniel was lovingly called "Jessie James" by his colleagues and friends. He had a clever wit with a charming personality. Daniel was a firm believer in his Lord, he lived his entire life as a witness to his faith.
He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruby Melton James of North Charleston, SC; daughter, Gail James Alexander, son, Daniel E. James Jr., daughter, Nancy James Brown, son, Tony Edgar James; sisters, Grace Wooten and Frances Bridwell; nine grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his loving poodle, Peaches.
Flowers will be accepted, or memorials in Daniel's memory may be made to The Salvation Army, P.O. Drawer 70579, North Charleston, SC 29415.
