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James Strong

February 17, 1950 - September 15, 2021

Obituary For James Strong

The Obituary- On September 15,2021, James Alford Strong, departed this life at Riverview Medical Hospital in Gadsden, Alabama at the age of 71. James was born on February 17,1950, to the loving union of the late Adolphus and Ruby Lauderdale in Goodwater, AL. He graduated from J.D. Thompson High School, Class of 1970. He enlisted in the United State Army shortly after high school. He proudly served 4 years. Shortly following his military service, he moved to Gadsden, Al. James enjoyed fishing, listening to music, and helping whomever he could. He also enjoyed any type of carpenter work. He enjoyed telling jokes, and he never met a stranger. In addition to being preceded in death by his parents, he was also preceded in death by two brothers, and one sister. James leaves to cherish his memory: his wife Lillie Strong of Gadsden, AL; his son James (Jameka) Littlefield of Gadsden, AL; In addition to four daughters and four sons, Detroit, Mich; his grandchildren Braylon, Maycee, Rha’Kiya, Makynlee, and Maddison. In addition to twenty-three grandchildren, and thirteen great-grandchildren; four brothers Billy Ray (Karen)Strong, Goodwater, AL, Rev. Michael (Arvetta)Strong, Goodwater, AL, Kenny (Jackie)Strong, Alexander City, AL, and Timothy (Miranda) Strong, Goodwater, AL; four sisters, Daphene Coleman, Alexander, City, AL, Myrene Strong, Birmingham, AL, Cheryl (Frank) Tuck, Madison, AL, and Roslyn (Willie) Leonard, Columbia, S.C. Also leaves behinds a host of nieces, nephews, and friends.

Mr.James Alford Strong, Public viewing 12 noon-6pm Sunday, September 19,2021 at West Gadsden Chapel. Funeral Services 1 p.m. Monday, September 20,2021 Fellowship Baptist Church, Pastor Scottie Rice, officiating burial Lincoln Hill Memorial Park. Arrangements under the direction of: West Gadsden Funeral Home, Inc. 256-549-0004


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My sincere condolence to James' family. Remembering him from our days at Hannah Mallory Elem. & Junior High--always quiet and introspective. May your memories carry you thru the days that seem too much to bear. --(Juanita Jacobs)

My condolences Kenneth and family. Prayers are with you.

Will remember the times. we grew up together, you was our center for our little football team since we was in the eigth grade, i got me a reel and rod on the day you left us, you told me i needed a hobbie, so long my friend our class of 68 will keep you in our hearts, Condolences to the Strong Family!

Shelly Lauderdale, my condolences to family. James will be missed .

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Rest easy and in peace my cousin...

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Bishop Jimmy and Patricia Brooks send our condolences out to the family.

My condolences to the strong family, may god bless your family. James was a very good man and I am glad I had the chance to me such a wonderful person.

The whetstone family Goodwater/Kellyton Al praying for the family!!!

My condolences to the Strong family. James was well loved and will be missed. Prayers for comfort and strength.

Never forget your Big Bright Smile. RIP The Stokes Family

May the family be filled with comfort and peace in these trying times. Sending my deepest condolences.

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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