Archive for August 13th, 2017

Sylvia James

Sunday, August 13th, 2017

Sylvia James, age 79, of Knoxville, departed this life on Sunday, August 13, 2017 at her residence. Mrs. James was a member of All Saints Catholic Parish. She was a member of the Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. She was preceded in death by her parents, Maxzille and Winnie Lewis; husband, Dr. Jesse James; and son, Raynold Vincent James. She leaves to cherish her fond memories her children: Jesse V. James, Vicki James, Violantha James and Sylvia Z. James; six grandchildren, eight great-grandchildren, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Friday, August 18, 2017 from 5-7 PM in the William V. Powell, Jr. Memorial Chapel of Unity Mortuary. The funeral mass will be held Saturday, August 19, 2017 at 12 noon at All Saints Catholic Church, 620 N Cedar Bluff Road. The final resting place will be held at Oak Ridge Memorial Park immediately following the service. A white dove release will conclude the services.