Goolsby Mortuary | Atlanta, GA

Obituary For Joseph Peter James

Mr. Joseph P James passed on June 21, 2020. The family will celebrate his life Saturday, July 4, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home chapel, located at 1375 Jonesboro Road, Atlanta, GA 30315.

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Guest Book

I had the pleasure of working side by side for almost a year with Joe, at his last job!! We hung out sometimes on Fridays after work at one of his favorite spots, and he was always a STAND UP DUDE!! We had a lot of good laughs together, in only almost a year of knowing each other!! RIP, my brutha....... And, "FLY ON"!!!....... Thoughts and prayers are with his daughters and family!!!...... CFOne of his favorite sayings........... "RIGHT ON"!!!! James Smith Co-Worker

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To the James family. I was the neighbor who virtually idolized Joe. As great of an athlete as he was he epitomized humbleness. Both my brother (Petee) and I enjoyed coming outside and being able to chat with the gentle giant. My sincerest condolences.

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To the James family at this hour of the sudden death of your father. I want to share my heartfelt condolences with you. Let his soul rest in peace in the feet of Almighty. Have the courage to face the situation we are all with you in sharing your irreparable loss, which no words can fill in. We all pray Allah to give you the strength.A classmate of Joe. Brother Malik Abdul-Mark Overton Los Angeles CA

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My sincere condolences, to the James and McClendon family.. With all my Love, T.Tillman and family

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My condolences to the James Family who l have had the pleasure of knowing since you moved to Ytown from Warren. Our Heavenly Father has called Joe home, where is united with his earth mother Curley and sister Lucille. May he give you comfort until you all meet again in heaven. Joseph P. James, a Tiger for Life! Kathy McLendon and the John McLendon family.

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Rest in peace cousin. All star team in heaven is waiting with open arms to greet you. But you will surely be missed by all here on earth. Sincere condolences. Jones Family (Bridgette, Jake, Sr., Samone & Jake, Jr.)

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My deepest condolences Joe was awesome on the court and was a very good person I grew up with him rest in heaven Joe James

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One of Rayen Tigers best Basketball Players.but I loved that BEAUTIFUL Smile R.I.H Geraldine Logan Allen

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My deepest condolence and prayers to the James family. To one of the best (if not the greatest) basketball players to grace The Rayen High School court. To my class mate R.I.P Tigers Forever, my brother! Joe brought his game to the basketball court earning the Tigers a city and state title. My brother, you are remembered and will be missed. Cliff Timpson.

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Rest easy JoJo. I remember our days all the way back to 4th grade. You were one of the greatest if not the greatest to don the orange and black and it was a pleasure to watch you play. Rest easy and know that you touched many a people in your life.

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I knew James from school he was ajoy to watch playing Basketball maybe R.I.P. Tigers forever

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My deepest sympathies and prayers to your family Rest Easy my class mate Tigers Forever Strong!! I was a Varsity And Junior Varsity Cheerleader while Joe played Basketball one of the Rayen Tifers Greatest Ball players!!!Prayers for strength and Healings to us All Daphne Bowman

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I REMEMBER GOING TO SEE JOSEPH PLAY BASKETBALL IN CLEVELAND IN 1979 AND WE AS A FAMILY WAS SO PROUD OF HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS AS ONE OF THE BEST ATHLETES TO COME OUT OF YOUNGSTOWN, OHIO. PERRY MCCOY

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To the family of Joe, u have my deepest condolences, Joe was a dear friend, He was like a brother to me. My little brother. He played basketball and so did I played girls ball, Joe would show me some moves on the court. He was a great friend n little brother.We went to Junior high n High School together. Greg Jones to all of us. This really hit home, Joe I remember when u came home a few yrs after u left, we was sitting on the front porch, my mom said who is that n I said I dont know and by God it was u Joe, my friend forever. May u rest in the arms of the Lord, JOB WELL DONE.. Tammy(Dukes)Bell

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You have my deepest sympathies in the passing of Joe. We graduated together from The Rayen School. RIP. You will be missed. Leslie Faye Atwood

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To the James family you have my deepest sympathy in the passing of Joe. We graduated together from The Rayen School. He will be missed. RIH

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Family my deepest condolences to you all. It was always fun and enlightening talking with him even though it had been some years. He will be truly missed. RIP cousin. Cheryl (Niecy) Brown, Warren, Ohio

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To the James Family, my deepest sympathy! Joann and I have been friends since forever, so I know how much she loved her dear brother Joseph. Several years ago when Joseph moved to atlanta with his family to make Atlanta his home, Joann was beyond excited. Now, Joseph will return to his other home to rest with his heavenly father, until his beloved family meets him again. Rest up Joseph. I pray the James family will be surrounded by Gods grace in this sad time. God, please Bless your son Joseph and give him rest. Eleanor Wiltshire

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See you later friend we will hopefully connect through God's grace. I remember when you first came to Atlanta to prepare a nest for your family. You did well Joe. All your girls are beautiful and strong minded they will be ok. Your big sister Joann will dearly miss you. REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE From Carolyn Boumait

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See you later friend we will hopefully connect through God's grace. I remember when you first came to Atlanta to prepare a nest for your family. You did well Joe. All your girls are beautiful and strong minded they will be ok. Your big sister Joann will dearly miss you. REST IN HEAVENLY PEACE

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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