“I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” 2 Timothy 4: 7 – 8

Brother James Pinckney, son of the late Lee and Ethel Wright Pinckney, was born June 24, 1942, in Allendale County, South Carolina.

He was educated at the Fairfax Training School. He furthered his studies at Allen University, Columbia, SC, where he received his Bachelor’s Degree.

At an early age, he joined and became a member of Greater Bethel AME Church, Fairfax, SC. He was a faithful member and held many positions. To include: 8 years serving as Parliamentarian for the Beaufort District Lay Organization.

James married the love of his life, the late Gladys Simmons Pinckney and they relocated to Brooklyn, New York. While there, he was employed with the Department of Social Services and the Board of Education. After 10 years, James and his family returned to South Carolina. In 1974, he sought employment with the following employers: Insurance Agency, Scotsman Ice Systems, AGNS, Sandoz, and retired from Savannah River Site after 20 years of service. Before retiring from SRS, he became a member of the Lower Savannah Council of Government. He also served on the Allendale County Council. James also referee basketball games for many years.

James was a dedicated Mason for over 40 years in Gifford Lodge No. 359.

James was always helpful, outspoken, and dependable. He was a wonderful husband and compassionate daddy. He was an overall loving person who enjoyed spending time with his family.

In addition, to his wife and parents he preceded in death by (3) Sisters, (3) Brothers, and (1) Son – In – Law.

Brother James found peace on Sunday, July 7, 2024 at his residence surrounded by his loving family.

He leaves to cherish fond memories: (3) Daughters: Janet Bennett; East Orange, NJ; Lorraine (Stanley) Carter; Allendale, SC; and Lorette Moore; Bamberg, SC; (2) Sons: Zachary (Patricia) Pinckney; Brunson, SC; and Jerome (Sybil) Pinckney; Charlotte, NC; (6) Sisters: Carrie Hall; Springfield, Ma; Ida Pinckney; Charleston, SC; Mamie Peeples; Fairfax, SC; Frances Fennell; Newark; NJ; Annette Evans; Fayetteville, NC; Mary Platts; Fairfax, SC; (2) Sisters – In – Law: Alamura S. Henderson; Brooklyn, NY; and Virginia (Rivers) Geter;,Barnwell, SC; (2) Brothers – In – Law: Horace Richardson; Cincinnati, OH; and Cleveland (Betty) Bartley; Fairbanks, AK; (1) God – Daughter: Juaniece “Shontell” Devore; Apopka, FL; (17) Grandchildren; (2) Devoted Grandsons: Quinton Smalls and Stephen Pinckney; (16) Great – Grandchildren; (2) Great – Great Grandchildren; (1) Special Friend: Emma Smalls. A host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and sympathizing friends

“A SERVICE ABOVE SELF”

Please remember to keep the Pinckney family lifted in prayer.

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