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Obituary For Mr. James Hope

Mr. James Arthur Hope, Jr. departed this life on Saturday, December 26, 2020 at his residence, surrounded by his loving family. He was born January 7, 1951 in Dillon County, SC, a son of the late James A. Hope, Sr., and Elizabeth McInnis Hope. He was raised in Robeson County, NC.

James Arthur was employed with the City of High Point and was a dedicated mason. He was a member of Greater New Hope Baptist Church, where he attended Noon Day Bible Study faithfully. James Arthur enjoyed playing his bass guitar, striking a chord and family nerves. He also enjoyed fishing and playing spades. James Arthur had such an impact on anyone’s life he encountered. His loving and caring nature will always be remembered. His playful sense of humor and laughter will always be cherished. He will truly be missed.

Surviving relatives to cherish memories include his loving wife of 50 years, Lenase Graves Hope; two sons, Arthur Hope and Richard Hope; two daughters, Elizabeth (Darryll) Collier and Latoya Wall; two granddaughters, Jaikyla Hope of Maryland and Aalyah Byers of High Point, NC, whom he loved dearly and spoiled rotten; two sisters, Carolyn Williams of New York, NY and Shirley Cook of Florence SC; brother, Pernell (Valarie) Douglas of Winston-Salem, NC; two aunts, Katie Hope and Retha Hope; two uncles, W. D. Hope and Douglas Hope; a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends; brothers and sisters in-law, Ted and Bertha Alford, James and Senter Bethea, Doretha Bildon, Patricia Johnson and Essie Jones; god granddaughter, Jayla Dunlap.

A private graveside service will be held Wednesday, December 30, 2020 at Carolina Biblical Gardens. Mr. Hope may be viewed on Tuesday, December 29, 2020 at Phillips Funeral Service Chapel.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

My deepest sympathies go out to the family .May GOD give you peace during this dark time in your life. I offer you PRAYERS and comforted during this time. Rose Alston and family

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To the Hope Family, My condolences on the passing of your father Mr. James Hope. I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered. May my condolences bring you comfort and may my prayers ease the pain of this loss. I offer you my thoughts, prayers and well wishes during this dark time in your life. Sgt. Y. George

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My deepest condolences to Elizabeth and your family Rest In Peace Mr.Hope. Penny

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He will be missed. I am proud to be his friend. To his family and friends, I am so sorry he's no longer with us -yet I am glad he lived and memories of him will forever live with us. - Cardo Grant

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Words cannot express the sympathy in my heart for my Co-worker, and friend, Elizabeth Collier, and the Hope Family. I pray God's comfort, peace, and healing upon you all. May God's healing soon restore joy to you ALL real soon... Love, Christina Sudler

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Sorry to hear of the loss of a good man. The family has always been a part of my family's life that is why this really hurts. Sending prayers and love to the family. Teresa Leggett Jackson and the Leggett Family

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I'm going to miss you my uncle Mr. T . I have so many memories with you it was like it was yesterday . You are always in my heart . I love you Mr. T my uncle jr

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My deepest condolences and prayers.James was a wonderful person and a true friend

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June was a friend indeed.I Am going to miss you.Prayers to the Hope and Graves Family⚘ Joanne G.Jones & Family❣

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June was a friend indeed.I Am going to miss you.Prayers to the Hope and Graves Family⚘

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Jr truly going to be missed.If he could help you he did with a Big Smile. He was a Beacon Light to a lot of people.I want to thank him for being that Beacn light. Rest In Peace.

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To the family you have my deepest condolences. My God continue to strengthen you doing this time. Karen Stephenson Jamaal

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Mr. Hope, you will be truly missed. I thank you for the talks and laughter that we shared together along with Charles Phifer. 😊😊 Rest-in-Peace 🌷🌷🌷Until we meet again. 🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷 Tell Charles I said hello.🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷 My deepest sympathy and prayers to your family. Deloris Crosby-Thomas

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To the family,you have my deepest condolences.May God continue to bless and strengthen you doing this time. Avis Miller Holland & Family

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Praying for the family. Tammie Steele Warren and family

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Man this has taken me by Storm, Wow Uncle Jr has left and gone on home to be with the Lord and "Ratio"... Unk you left me speechless with this one. I love you and You will forever be in our hearts. -Sherikia

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Rest in Peace Uncle Jr. I'm going to miss you. I saw you last year and told me to come visit you more often. I should've listened to you.. I'm remember the birthday licks when I was young. Had to hide from you but you ended up getting me somehow 🤣. I love you Your Niece, Krystal

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Rest in Peace Uncle Jr. I'm going to miss you. I saw you last year and told me to come visit you more often. I should've listened to you.. I'm remember the birthday licks when I was young. Had to hide from you but you ended up getting me somehow 🤣. I love you

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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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