James Black Obituary in Greensboro at Perry J. Brown Funeral Home

Obituary For James Black

JAMES CHARLES BLACK was born in Central, South Carolina on April 8, 1943 to the late Willie Dee and Doretta Black. Charles, (which most people knew him as) departed this life on Wednesday March 2, 2022.

Charles became a resident of Greensboro, N.C. at a very early age when he came to live with his Aunt Ethel. He eventually became employed at Lanes Laundry and Dry Cleaners where he worked as the manager for many years. He later married Carolyn Courts Black with whom he fathered 4 children: Carolyn Ann (Abdul), Beverly Elaine Black (deceased), James “JC” Black, Jr. and Anthony Black, all of Greensboro, NC.

Charles was later united in marriage to Gladys Wiley Black and became “Dad” to 5 more children: Devetta Silver, Wanda Callahan (Clay) of Chicago, Paulette Williamson (Terry) Barbara Silver and Barry Black (Petrola). In 1976 he moved his family from Greensboro to Sedalia, NC. Where he became a business owner, having opened the first Black-owned fish market along with his friend Almond Scott. Charles later worked in maintenance for the McDonalds corporation and was a Deacon and a faithful member of Word of Life Church for many years until his health began to decline.

He was predeceased by his sisters Emma R. Black, Mildred Louella Black, and Dora Black, and by his brothers Jerry Black, Willie Black, Billy Ray Black and Carl J. Black. He leaves one sister, Carolyn Black Hicks, his 8 children, his grandchildren Trenton, Deanna, Crystal, Monique, Brian, Sierra, LaToya, Cameron, Tyler, Jordan, and Aaron to cherish his memory along with a host of nieces and nephews, great grandchildren, co-workers and friends.

A graveside service honoring his life will be held on Tuesday, March 8, 2022 at 1:00 at the Bethany Church Cemetery.

Visitation will begin at 12:00 pm.

Interment : Bethany Church Cemetery.

Professional services are entrusted to Perry J. Brown Funeral Home.

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To the Black family we share with you ours deepest sympathy. May God's strength be yours. We pray that God perfect gentle way, and caring touch will comfort you. Reverend & Mrs. Tommy B. Orr.

Atty. Barbara Silver and family, we wanted to let you know that you're on our mind and in our prayers. We are here for you if you need anything. We are so sorry about your father's death. Please accept our sincerest condolences! Sincerely, Dr. Valerie Benton Smith, COO from the Greater Greensboro Black Chamber of Commerce

I am so sorry to hear of Mr. Black's passing. Mr. Black was a great neighbor and friend to grandma (Louise Tisdale) for many years. He was really kindhearted and will be missed. Please know that you all are in my prayers and thoughts. Valena Lundy-Wiggins

"May God welcome you with open arms into his eternal Kingdom" Good Bye & Thank You for a perfect childhood my dear and beloved dad. Your son forever! Charles Jr. ❤️🙏🏿

To my Dad: I thank God for the strength that enabled me to provide care and protection to you in your final days. It wasn't easy but He chose me for that. I will forever be grateful to you and Mother for moving us out of the "projects" of Greensboro to Sedalia where we quickly became acquainted with the "trees an bees" and had a wonderful childhood filled with fresh air and sunshine. You were an imperfect step-Dad to a bunch of imperfect kids. Thank you for that. You have and always will be "Dad"❤️ in our hearts. Lorie (aka Barbara)

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