JENNINGS, James Arthur, 87, formerly of Richmond, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 24, 2010, in Charlottesville, with his beloved bride Etta by his side.
James was born in Hillsville on January 22, 1923 to Chester Arthur Jennings and Minnie Inez Gray. After two and a half years of service in the United States Army, James owned and operated several businesses to include Oak Grove Launder Center and Globe Driving School. He was a member of the Forest Hill Presbyterian Church in Richmond.
James was preceded in death by a brother, John Jennings, and three sisters, Priscilla Baker, Aster Lanter and Mary Sthreshley. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Etta Edna Jennings; two sons, Morgan Jennings and his wife, Kathy, and Preston Jennings; his brother, Roger Jennings and his wife, Glenda; his sister, Vivian Frazier and her husband, Rudy; three grandchildren, Stephen Jennings and his wife, Janice, Jeannie Jennings Beidler and her husband, Michael, and Kristin Jennings; four great-grandchildren, Joshua Beidler, Hailey Beidler, Ava Jennings and Luke Jennings; and numerous nieces, nephews, and loved ones.
With gratitude to the numerous loved ones who have been so kind and supportive during these past four months. Specific acknowledgement to the following for their unyielding compassion, guidance and assistance: Julia Sauder with R. B. H. A.; Senior Connections; Julie McConnell; Matt Paxton, Cabell Hatchett, and the staff at Clutter Cleaner; Jay Long of Napier ERA; the faithful visitors from Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, Pam Kimmell, Dr. Jonathan Evans, Joe Fields of Hill & Wood Funeral Home, and a multitude of merciful others. May each of you reap the blessings of your benevolence.
A graveside service in Hollywood Baptist Church Cemetery in Appomattox, will take place on Thursday December 2, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Kevin Britton officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations will be graciously received by Chestnut Grove Baptist Church of Buck Mountain Road in Earlysville, Va.; The Alzheimer's Association , P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090; or The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, P.O. Box 70054, Richmond, Va. 23255. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com.
James was born in Hillsville on January 22, 1923 to Chester Arthur Jennings and Minnie Inez Gray. After two and a half years of service in the United States Army, James owned and operated several businesses to include Oak Grove Launder Center and Globe Driving School. He was a member of the Forest Hill Presbyterian Church in Richmond.
James was preceded in death by a brother, John Jennings, and three sisters, Priscilla Baker, Aster Lanter and Mary Sthreshley. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Etta Edna Jennings; two sons, Morgan Jennings and his wife, Kathy, and Preston Jennings; his brother, Roger Jennings and his wife, Glenda; his sister, Vivian Frazier and her husband, Rudy; three grandchildren, Stephen Jennings and his wife, Janice, Jeannie Jennings Beidler and her husband, Michael, and Kristin Jennings; four great-grandchildren, Joshua Beidler, Hailey Beidler, Ava Jennings and Luke Jennings; and numerous nieces, nephews, and loved ones.
With gratitude to the numerous loved ones who have been so kind and supportive during these past four months. Specific acknowledgement to the following for their unyielding compassion, guidance and assistance: Julia Sauder with R. B. H. A.; Senior Connections; Julie McConnell; Matt Paxton, Cabell Hatchett, and the staff at Clutter Cleaner; Jay Long of Napier ERA; the faithful visitors from Chestnut Grove Baptist Church, Pam Kimmell, Dr. Jonathan Evans, Joe Fields of Hill & Wood Funeral Home, and a multitude of merciful others. May each of you reap the blessings of your benevolence.
A graveside service in Hollywood Baptist Church Cemetery in Appomattox, will take place on Thursday December 2, 2010 at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Kevin Britton officiating. In lieu of flowers, donations will be graciously received by Chestnut Grove Baptist Church of Buck Mountain Road in Earlysville, Va.; The Alzheimer's Association , P.O. Box 96011, Washington, D.C. 20090; or The Virginia Coalition for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, P.O. Box 70054, Richmond, Va. 23255. Friends may send condolences to the family at www.hillandwood.com.