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Obituary For Mr. James Perry Townsend
James Perry Townsend departed this life at his residence on December 25, 2023.
He was born March 29, 1957, in Dillon, SC, to Mary Alice Townsend Williams and the late Rufus Ford. He is preceded in death by his lovely maternal grandparents, Perry and Sadie Townsend.
James graduated from Lakeview High School in 1975 and enlisted in the US Army. Following his tenure in the Army, he became a truck driver, working in the field for over thirty years.
James’ favorite NFL team was the Carolina Panthers, who might not be winners but were fighters like James, who was a fighter and winner until his health declined. Those who encountered him were sure to be filled with laughter.
He leaves to cherish fond and loving memories: one daughter, Felicia (Robert) Owens-Nelson of Princeton, NJ, two sons, Cavin Townsend (Winston Salem, NC) and Donavan Townsend (Greensboro, NC), eight grandchildren: Chrisshea Owens (Winston Salem, NC), Syqwane (Victoria) Owens, Antonio Owens both of Fort Mill, SC, Brayden Townsend (Kernersville, NC), Constance Townsend (Winston Salem, NC), Ethan, Elijah and Elliott Townsend (Greensboro, NC), Three Great Grandchildren: Santana, Seilah, and Snow Owens (Fort Mill, SC); four sisters: Shirley Townsend, Kathy Williams, Sheryl (Fabian Crowell), and Tinesha (Marcus) McCrary; five special uncles who were like brothers: Lewis, Laddie, Luther, Melvin, and Tommy Townsend, and a host of nephews, nieces, cousins, aunts, and special friends (Rose and Teresa).
Funeral service will be held Saturday, December 30, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Spencer Chapel CME Church, 406 Ennis Street. Interment will be held Sunday, December 31, 2023 at 12:00 p.m. at Guil-Rand Memorial Park. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:30 a.m. until 12:00 p.m.
Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.
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Add A CondolenceOur condolences to the family of James. Ronald H. Johnson and family, Class of 1975 Lake View Wild Gators.
Wishing you peace, comfort, courage, and lots of love at this time of sorrow. My heart goes out to you at this difficult time.I am thinking of you and your family and sending caring thoughts your way to support you through this. Stephanie Brown & family
Ha this is Rose James was my friend. He didn't tell me though that he was leaving. He will be truly missed. He was a true friend of our family. But now my friend get rest and sleep until Jesus say wake up. Revelation 21:3 and 4. Suffering and death is over the former things has pass away. Rest my friend and I am going to work on seeing you in Resurrection. Love Rose
I was saddened to hear the news of James' passing. He was such a nice person every time I saw him. This is truly a great loss!! Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can't heal!! Rest well my friend❤️
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