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.
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Sylvia was filled with faith and zeal for the Lord. She was always willing to lend a hand wherever needed, and she was a great witness to her faith by her actions. I am blessed to have known her and I pray for God’s comfort for her family.
My Dear Sylvia,
You are at peace now with Jesse and your son. Please hug my dad, Joe, when you see him.
Your friendship will always be with me. I’ll miss your readings at mass and your stories at breakfast afterwards.
May the good Lord be with you always.
Love and admiration
Jerry deLaurentis
My condolences to the entire James Family….I’ll never forget Dr. James and Mrs. James when I attended my Precious Knoxville College .God Bless the entire family….Miss you , Vicky ( we took classes together)- Barbara Mckeiver Douglas-Miss Knoxville College 1982-83 .Please stay in touch (240)447-2453