James Wilson Fuqua, 83, of Seale, AL died at St. Francis Hospital, Columbus, GA on Monday, February 01, 2021. Graveside services with U. S. Navy honors will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, February 04, 2021 in Lakeview Memory Gardens with Rev. Avis Meckes officiating according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home, Phenix City, AL.Continue Reading
James Wilson Fuqua, 83, of Seale, AL died at St. Francis Hospital, Columbus, GA on Monday, February 01, 2021.
Graveside services with U. S. Navy honors will be held at 4:00 PM on Thursday, February 04, 2021 in Lakeview Memory Gardens with Rev. Avis Meckes officiating according to Vance Brooks Funeral Home, Phenix City, AL.
Mr. Fuqua was born August 30, 1937 in Barbour County, AL son of the late Woodrow Wilson Fuqua and Sara Codine Parmer Fuqua. He served in the U. S. Navy Reserves in Columbus, GA as a See Bee and he also served in the U. S. Army. Mr. Fuqua had retired from Civil Service at Ft. Benning where he was an Electrician. He enjoyed reading, vegetable gardening woodworking, fishing and attending Auctions. Mr. Fuqua was also an active part of the Ft. Mitchell Volunteer Fire Department for many years. He was well known for his tender heart for stray animals, keeping a supply of water and food for any he happened upon.
Mr. Fuqua was preceded in death by his parents, his wife, Whyoma LaFollette Fuqua and two grandchildren, Devin Fuqua and Allison Garcia.
Survivors include his seven children, Phil Fuqua (Samantha), James Gary Fuqua (Cathy), Debora Morgan (Dave), Debbie Benefield (David), Teresa Sebastian (Don), Pamela Siddall (Greg), Tonia Hopkins (William Marks); eighteen grandchildren and twelve great-grandchildren; several nieces, nephews and friends also survive.
In lieu of flowers the family requests donations be made in his memory to St. Jude Children’s Hospital, www.stjude.org.
Martha Turner
left a message on December 21, 2021:
So sad to just find out that my big brother passed so many months ago, I will truly miss him. I will always have my memories of him while we were growing up, times were tough back then but we made it through. I love you Brother
Chris and Sandy Bruce
left a message on March 4, 2021:
Mr.Jim and Mrs.Y, were our neighbors when we lived In Seale after chris retired from Ft.Benning. We would often chat with them over the fence , or some days we would just go over to chat. Chris would go set with Mr.Jim and chatted for many hours on end. We were very sad when we had to move!! We felt like they became family over the time we were blessed to have been their neighbor!!! Mr.Jim will be missed!!!
Colleen Sabo
left a message on February 5, 2021:
Pam and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your beloved father and grandfather.
Gail Gachet
left a message on February 5, 2021:
I was so sorry to hear of James’s passing. He had become such a dear friend. I met him through my Mother, Mildred GAchet. They were 1st cousins and she has recounted the memories she has of her childhood and many center around James. Mom is presently in a nursing home in Clanton where James made the long trip to visit. He was so sweet to her. She would ask for his hugs and kisses and he appeared glad to oblige. One could tell from their interaction the affection they held for each other. Whenever I could help her talk on the phone to her sisters and grandchildren, she always asked me to call James. In fact, the last time I tried to call, he sent a text message that he couldn’t talk because he had Covid and was in the hospital. He asked me to give her a kiss from him. What a sweetheart he was!
Gail Gachet
left a message on February 5, 2021:
I was so sorry to hear of James’s passing. He had become such a dear friend. I met him through my Mother, Mildred GAchet. They were 1st cousins and she has recounted the memories she has of her childhood and many center around James. Mom is presently in a nursing home in Clanton where James made the long trip to visit. He was so sweet to her. She would ask for his hugs and kisses and he appeared glad to oblige. One could tell from their interaction the affection they held for each other. Whenever I could help her talk on the phone to her sisters and grandchildren, she always asked me to call James. In fact, the last time I tried to call, he sent a text message that he couldn’t talk because he had Covid and was in the hospital. He asked me to give her a kiss from him. What a sweetheart he was!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wanda Gallops
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Teresa I did not know your dad but I can tell by reading his obituary that I would have liked him. He raised a wonderful daughter & a heart for animals is always a good heart in my book. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you a big hug & prayers.
Veronica Sturcken
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Prayers and loving thoughts are with your family. I worked with Jim at Ft. Benning for several years and he always had a smile on his face. His smile would always uplift me on a bad day. He loved to kid around and help others. May God give you comfort on the sad days.
Wanda and Bubba Geter
left a message on February 4, 2021:
In memory of James Wilson Fuqua, Wanda and Bubba Geter lit a candle
Tina Tate
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Praying for the family..Fly high Mr.Fuqua ..You will be greatly missed by many..Until we meet again..
Rita Parmer Bost
left a message on February 3, 2021:
I can see James and his Uncle Lewey Parmer greeting each other with a big smile and Codine there to meet him. So sorry for the family's loss of a man so full of life.
Sandra Pilkinton
left a message on February 3, 2021:
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord grant you peace in this time of sorrow.
Chris deWit & Family
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Pam and family, please know our hearts go out to you. Hopefully in the heartbreak, you can find some happiness and peace in your memories of your Dad/Grandpa/Father-in-law. May angels have led him in. God bless.
Sharon Hoff
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Jim will be missed a very good man .
Denise Revelle and Kevin Bell
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Pam, Greg, Haley, Annika, and the entire Siddall family,
Our hearts break for yours. We are so very sorry for your insurmountable loss. He was clearly a happy man that was loved dearly his entire lifetime. With a genuine warm and infectious smile that made his eyes sparkle. You will forever have your amazing memories of him that will carry you through this heartbreaking time. We hold you all in our hearts.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Kevin and Tammy Denny
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss.
Mark and Christin Winans
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.May God bless and comfort you.
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Martha Turner
left a message on December 21, 2021:
So sad to just find out that my big brother passed so many months ago, I will truly miss him. I will always have my memories of him while we were growing up, times were tough back then but we made it through. I love you Brother
Chris and Sandy Bruce
left a message on March 4, 2021:
Mr.Jim and Mrs.Y, were our neighbors when we lived In Seale after chris retired from Ft.Benning. We would often chat with them over the fence , or some days we would just go over to chat. Chris would go set with Mr.Jim and chatted for many hours on end. We were very sad when we had to move!! We felt like they became family over the time we were blessed to have been their neighbor!!! Mr.Jim will be missed!!!
Colleen Sabo
left a message on February 5, 2021:
Pam and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Thinking of you and wishing you moments of peace and comfort as you remember your beloved father and grandfather.
Gail Gachet
left a message on February 5, 2021:
I was so sorry to hear of James’s passing. He had become such a dear friend. I met him through my Mother, Mildred GAchet. They were 1st cousins and she has recounted the memories she has of her childhood and many center around James. Mom is presently in a nursing home in Clanton where James made the long trip to visit. He was so sweet to her. She would ask for his hugs and kisses and he appeared glad to oblige. One could tell from their interaction the affection they held for each other. Whenever I could help her talk on the phone to her sisters and grandchildren, she always asked me to call James. In fact, the last time I tried to call, he sent a text message that he couldn’t talk because he had Covid and was in the hospital. He asked me to give her a kiss from him. What a sweetheart he was!
Gail Gachet
left a message on February 5, 2021:
I was so sorry to hear of James’s passing. He had become such a dear friend. I met him through my Mother, Mildred GAchet. They were 1st cousins and she has recounted the memories she has of her childhood and many center around James. Mom is presently in a nursing home in Clanton where James made the long trip to visit. He was so sweet to her. She would ask for his hugs and kisses and he appeared glad to oblige. One could tell from their interaction the affection they held for each other. Whenever I could help her talk on the phone to her sisters and grandchildren, she always asked me to call James. In fact, the last time I tried to call, he sent a text message that he couldn’t talk because he had Covid and was in the hospital. He asked me to give her a kiss from him. What a sweetheart he was!
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Wanda Gallops
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Teresa I did not know your dad but I can tell by reading his obituary that I would have liked him. He raised a wonderful daughter & a heart for animals is always a good heart in my book. I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending you a big hug & prayers.
Veronica Sturcken
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Prayers and loving thoughts are with your family. I worked with Jim at Ft. Benning for several years and he always had a smile on his face. His smile would always uplift me on a bad day. He loved to kid around and help others. May God give you comfort on the sad days.
Wanda and Bubba Geter
left a message on February 4, 2021:
In memory of James Wilson Fuqua, Wanda and Bubba Geter lit a candle
Tina Tate
left a message on February 4, 2021:
Praying for the family..Fly high Mr.Fuqua ..You will be greatly missed by many..Until we meet again..
Rita Parmer Bost
left a message on February 3, 2021:
I can see James and his Uncle Lewey Parmer greeting each other with a big smile and Codine there to meet him. So sorry for the family's loss of a man so full of life.
Sandra Pilkinton
left a message on February 3, 2021:
So sorry for your loss. May the Lord grant you peace in this time of sorrow.
Chris deWit & Family
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Pam and family, please know our hearts go out to you. Hopefully in the heartbreak, you can find some happiness and peace in your memories of your Dad/Grandpa/Father-in-law. May angels have led him in. God bless.
Sharon Hoff
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Jim will be missed a very good man .
Denise Revelle and Kevin Bell
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Pam, Greg, Haley, Annika, and the entire Siddall family,
Our hearts break for yours. We are so very sorry for your insurmountable loss. He was clearly a happy man that was loved dearly his entire lifetime. With a genuine warm and infectious smile that made his eyes sparkle. You will forever have your amazing memories of him that will carry you through this heartbreaking time. We hold you all in our hearts.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Ben & Amanda Shepard
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our hearts go out to you during this difficult time. Please know that we are keeping you in our prayers, and hope that you find peace.
Kevin and Tammy Denny
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family for your loss.
Mark and Christin Winans
left a message on February 3, 2021:
Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.May God bless and comfort you.
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