Carl E. James age 79, of Crown City, passed away on Thursday June 20, 2013 at his residence. Born September 14, 1933 in Gallia County. He was the son of the late Frank and Norma Barcus James. In addition to his parents, Carl was preceded by his wife Jo Ann Call James, by a son, Bruce James, and by 2 brothers, Marlin and Leo James.
Carl was the 3rd generation of his family to work on the river; he retired as a river boat captain after 48 years of service. He was a United States Army Veteran. He was a member and ordained deacon of Providence Missionary Baptist Church. He also enjoyed farming.
Carl is survived by, 2 sons, Brent (Tami) James of Crown City, and Brice (Teddi) James of Veto, OH. 2 daughters, Carla (Bill) Swisher of Cheshire, and Kristy (Tim) Huffman of Hamlin, WV. 6 grandchildren, Gavin (Kelly) James, Kari James, Lauren (Robert) Elliott, Jordan Swisher, Lydia James and Lindsey James. 3 great grandchildren, Gabriel Elliott, Makia Miller and Matthew Miller. 1 brother, Don (Nancy A.) James of Gallipolis, 2 sisters, Joyce Violand of Crown City, and Charlotte Beach of Vinton. Also surviving is a sister in law, Nancy K. James Myers of Crown City, and several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 1:00 PM. Sunday June 23, 2013 at the Providence Missionary Baptist Church with Pastor Troy Delaney officiating. Burial will follow in Ohio Valley Memory Gardens. Friends may call at the Waugh-Halley-Wood Funeral Home on Saturday from 6-9 PM. and at the Church on Sunday one hour prior to services.
Military Honors will be presented at the cemetery by members of the National Guard.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to the Providence Missionary Baptist Church building fund c/o Kim Dennison 359 Mercerville Road Crown City, Ohio 45623.
An online guest registry is available at waugh-halley-wood.com