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Obituary For Geraldine Judd James
Mother Geraldine Judd James was born November 14, 1946, to the late Fred Judd and Mary Uver Judd. Geraldine entered into eternal rest on June 18, 2026, at Rex Hospital Raleigh, North Carolina.
Geraldine attended Fuquay Consolidated High School and dedicated 45 years of service to Lufkin in Apex, North Carolina, retiring in 2012. She was raised at Sweet Springs CME Church and later became a devoted member of St. Augusta Free Will Baptist Church, where she faithfully served on the Mother Board and sang with the Mass Choir.
As a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and friend, Geraldine never met a stranger. She was always smiling, cheerful, and full of love. She enjoyed singing, cooking, and spending time with her family, who meant everything to her. Known for her impeccable style, Geraldine loved dressing up. Her hats and purses always had to perfectly match her outfits. Strong, loving, and full of wisdom, she was truly the heart and Queen of the family. and her love and legacy will forever be cherished.
Geraldine leaves to cherish her loving memories; her devoted husband, Johnnie James, Sr., and children, Johnnie James, Jr. (Kim), Alicia Jones, Nicholas Wilson, and Candance Wilson. She was a proud and loving grandmother to LaShonda Brown, Christopher Brown, Bianca Brown, Lisa Wilson, Delshaun Brown, Kasheka Brown, Jala James, and Kendall James. She also leaves behind one sister, Jennifer Judd McKoy; one brother, Jerry Judd (Mavis); brother-in-law, Burnice James (Linda) and Willie Earl James (Jocelyn); one sister-in-law, Essie Allen; and a host of great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews.
She shared a special bond with her special daughter, Christine McNeill; two special nephews, Anthony Morris and Brand'n McClain; and her dear friend, Koren Hailey.
Though she will be deeply missed, her love, wisdom, and beautiful spirit will live on in the hearts of all who knew and loved her.
Public Viewing: 3:00 - 7:00 pm on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at Trice Funeral Home Chapel, 127 N. West Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Visitation: 1:00 - 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526,
Funeral will be held 2:00 pm on Sunday, June 28, 2026, at St. Augusta Missionary Baptist Church, 605 Bridge Street in Fuquay-Varina, NC 27526.
Burial: James Family Cemetery
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Ansley Jones sent Peace & Serenity Dishgarden for Geraldine Judd James - June 29, 2026
Carprice Judd planted 1 trees in memory of Geraldine Judd James . - June 25, 2026
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Lois and Leon Kizer Jr. & Family sends Our Sincere Condolences and Prayers to the Family of Mrs. Geraldine James. We're So Sorry For the Loss of Your Loved One.
Our condolences and prayers! Lewis & Star Lyon JR
My condolences to the family.
With heartfelt and sincere condolences to the James family. Praying for strength during this difficult time.
Mrs.Geraldine(My Ladybug), you will truly be missed and loved, we shared so many laughs, your friendship was just like you( priceless), take your rest my beautiful friend(angel) I love you ladybug.
Retha Byrd
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To Candace and family: May the sweet memories of your grandmother live in your hearts forever. đź’•
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May God keep the family during these trying times. Grandma was a Queen filled with love and joy and she will truly be missed!! We love you!!
Sincere condolence to the James and Judd families. May you find strength, comfort, and peace in God's word. Falton and Varetta Judd
With a heavy heart I send my condolences to the James and Judd family. A wonderful and loving aunt, sister, mother, and grandmother has gone home.
My condolences to the James and Judd families
Condolences to the family.
You fought a good fight. You will ever be in my heart. This hit me hard but I will continue to fight in honor of our friendship. Take your rest. I love you
My condolences to the family
Condolences and prayers to the James/Judd Family. Mary Stephens Laster, Peggy Stephens, Judy S Israel, Annie Stephens Council and Joe Stephens
Praying for the James and Judd family doing the loss of their love one may God bless each of you
My heart goes out to you during this difficult time. I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers as you navigate the days ahead. I pray that God surrounds you with His love, comfort, and peace, and gives you strength when the weight of grief feels heavy. May the memories you shared bring you comfort and remind you of the love that will always remain. If there is anything I can do for you, please don't hesitate to reach out. You do not have to walk through this alone.
RIP
Our condolences to the family in the passing of your love one. Elder Edward Tony Lucas and family
My sincere prayers and condolences to the James/Judd family. Harold&Phyllis Norris
To the Judd/James family. We the class of 1967. Fuquay Consolidated High. Are sending condolences to you. Geraldine was a kind person with a lovely smile. We are praying your strength in the Lord. He will get you through this.
To my family: This is so hard and my heart is broken, because Geraldine and I were close. I hadn't seen her for a while, but the love of family was still there. I pray that God in His infinite love and grace sustain you and give you peace. She was a wonderful person and will be truly missed by us all. Rest in Heavenly peace my cousin, until we meet again. Love to the family.
DWB
Praying for you.
I am sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that the lord will strengthen your family to get through these difficult times that you are going through. God Bless & God Be With You.
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Please accept our heartfelt condolences during this difficult time.
We hope you find comfort in the memories you shared with her and in the support of family and friends who care about you. Please know that you are in our thoughts, and we are wishing you strength and peace in the days ahead.
With deepest sympathy, Anthony & Lana Mangum- Neighbor Winding Creek
I want to offer my sincerest condolences to the James/Judd family on the recent loss of their beloved Geraldine! She was always so sweet and loving and gave the BEST hugs! I pray that God blesses you with comfort and strengthens you during this difficult time. --Trudi
My condolences goes out to my family. May God bless each and every one of you. We loved her but God loved her best.
The Mims Family
On behalf of Pastor Jessie Mims and Greater New Sweet Springs Church family we send our condolences our continued prayers are with you.
BARice
Derrick and Lisa Davis
Heartfelt sympathy to the family of Geraldine Judd James. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.
At this time, we offer our sincerest condolences to the family of Geraldine Judd James. We are saddened by her death. We offer our prayers during this time of grief. Magdalene had the opportunity to work many years with Geraldine at Lufkin. It was a good working relationship. May she rest in peace. From the family of the late Elijah Williams and Margie Spence Williams: Catherine W. Jeffries, Dorothy W. McKinnie, Joan W. Goodson, Shirley W. McClain, Magdalene W. Battle, Jane W. Bullock, Jimmy Williams, and Stanley L. Williams.
To my family we pray that we all be ready for his return Geraldine was a very sweet person you are in our Prayers
Sending my Condolences to the Family. May God continue to comfort and strengthen all of you now and in the near future.
May God wrap the Judd & James family in his loving arms during the loss of there love one
Bishop and First Lady Amerson along with the True Holiness Church family would like to extend our most heartfelt condolences to our family. We pray that God strengthens you and keeps his loving arms around you during this time. His grace and love is sufficient and surpasses all understanding. There is no tear that he will not wipe, no heart that he will not mend, and no burden that he will not bear. With love from the THC family.
To the family of Geraldine Judd James, I extend my prayers and condolences to each of you. Geraldine was a kind and wonderful person, that greeted you with a beautiful smile. May God with his infinite wisdom and power comfort you as you mourn her passing. Mamie Mckoy Richardson
My family and I send Prayers and our Sincere Condolences to Geraldine's family. She such a sweet and kind lady. I will always remember her and her kindness to me and my family.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to the Judd/James family. I will cherish the sweet memories that I shared of Geraldine over the years. Always a humble sweet person. R.I.H. Sweet lady.
I'm deeply sorry for the loss of Geraldine. Please accept my sympathy and prayers. Although your heart is in a million pieces just know that God makes no mistakes and He will see you through this difficult time. —— Joyce Purdie Pugh
On behalf of Pastor -Elect Bishop Xavier Ellis, Founding Mother Doris Carney and Deliverance Church International family we send our condolences and prayers to the family. Johnnie Jr , Elder Kimberly, Kendall and Jala James our hearts go out to you for your loss. We pray that God will comfort your weeping hearts and give you the strength, peace and understanding you need not just for today, but in the days ahead. We love you and we're here for you.
My sincere condolences to the Judd side James family. I still remember Ms. Géraldine from Pleassnt Grove Trailer Park, she was a very nice person always a sweet personality ❤️ everytime I saw her. My she rest in PEACE with JESUS!!
Sending my heartfelt condolences and prayers to the family. From the first moment that I met Geraldine she was a sweetheart. We've had some interesting conversations over the years and I will forever cherish them . May God wrap each one of you in His loving arms and give you comfort, strength and peace . Heaven has definitely gained an angel.
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