In Loving
Memory

James E. Black Jr.

June 22, 1954 – January 27, 2023

James Edward Black, Jr. died peacefully on Friday, January 27, 2023, at VCU Medical Center after several years of devoted personal care from his loving daughter-in-law, Angela.

James was born on June 22, 1954, to the late James Edward, Sr., and Edna Jones Black. He joined the Parrish Hill Baptist Church at an early age and was active in his youth.

After attending Charles City County Public Schools, James took over his father’s masonry business, J. E. Black Construction Company, in the mid-1970s. He continued this tradition by working with his son, James III, and managed the company until his retirement.

He was an avid hunter and fisherman and a former member of the Ruthville Gun and Rod Club, Inc. He loved the outdoors and maintained his paternal ancestral home, Black’s Beach, his entire adult life.

James’ presence commanded attention, and his charm won over almost everyone he met. He had countless friends and nicknames, including Junior, Jimmy, Jimmy Junior, Blue, and Biscuit.

He is survived by his devoted family: daughter Sonia Black; son James III, and his wife, Angela. The joy of his life, his five grandchildren who affectionately called him “Big Daddy,” Laila, James IV, Mariah, Malia, and Jameson Black. He is also survived by three sisters, Sonia Davenport, Darlene Giles, and Bonnie Sue Black; two brothers-in-law, Franklin Davenport and Charles Giles; two aunts, Mrs. Josephine Black and Mrs. Kathleen Black; his trusted colleague and dear friend, William Paige, Sr.; wife of 29 years, Kendall Black; and many loving cousins, extended family, and friends.

A memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. Thursday, February 9, 2023, at Affinity Funeral Service, 8074 Mechanicsville Tnpk, Mechanicsville, VA 23111. The family will receive friends one hour prior to service. Interment will be private.

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Visitation

Location

Affinity Funeral Service
Mechanicsville Chapel
8074 Mechanicsville Tnpk
Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Date

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Time

1:00 to 2:00 p.m.

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Memorial Service

Location

Affinity Funeral Service
Mechanicsville Chapel
8074 Mechanicsville Tnpk
Mechanicsville, VA 23111

Date

Thursday, February 9, 2023

Time

2:00 p.m.

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