Daniel Edward James

Daniel Edward James, Sr., 84, of North Charleston, South Carolina, husband of Ruby Melton James entered into eternal rest on Sunday, July 22, 2012. The friends and relatives of Daniel James are invited to attend his Funeral Service on Thursday, July 26, 2012 in the Remount Baptist Church, 1520 Remount Road at 11:00 am. Burial will follow in Riverview Memorial Park. The family will receive friends Wednesday from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm in J. Henry Stuhr, Inc. North Area Chapel.

Mr. James was born on November 3, 1927 in Greenville, South Carolina, son of the late George James and Dora Smith James. He was a Staff Manager for 43 years with the Independent Life and Accident Insurance Company. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, having served during WWII. Daniel served in the Asiatic Pacific Theater, attaining the rank of Staff Sergeant while serving in the Philippines. A former member of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, Post #3142, he was also a member of The American Legion, Post #0172. Daniel was lovingly called "Jessie James" by his colleagues and friends. He had a clever wit with a charming personality. Daniel was a firm believer in his Lord, he lived his entire life as a witness to his faith.

He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Ruby Melton James of North Charleston, SC; daughter, Gail James Alexander, son, Daniel E. James Jr., daughter, Nancy James Brown, son, Tony Edgar James; sisters, Grace Wooten and Frances Bridwell; nine grandchildren; four step-grandchildren; one great-grandchild; and his loving poodle, Peaches.

Flowers will be accepted, or memorials in Daniel's memory may be made to The Salvation Army, P.O. Drawer 70579, North Charleston, SC 29415.