“And God Shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain” Rev 21:4
On January 14th, 2022, at 6:43 pm, the Lord open his arms to welcome his child Roosevelt (Whistle) James Jr to a new heavenly home of love, peace, joy, and no suffering. He called to eternal rest his loving and caring Son, Father, Grandfather, Brother, Uncle, Cousin, Nephew, and Friend. Born June 1, 1957, to the late Roosevelt James Sr and Dorothy James in South Norfolk (Berkley), VA.
He was the third born of eleven children, and the oldest of five boys. He was given the nickname Whistle, because our neighbor used to hum songs and whistle as she sat on her porch to shelled beans. He kept trying to copy her till he got it. Among the nicknames for him, Whistle and Speedy, are just a few longtime favorites of both family and friends. He attended Robert Gatewood Elm School, Chesterfield Heights Elm School, and Lake Taylor Jr High School of Norfolk Public Schools. He studied and obtained his GED in the 80’s. He was employed with various companies to include jobs as a laborer with Suburban Asphalt, Labor Ready, Nor-Ship Co, Blue Channel Crab Co., dishwasher/prep cook for various downtown Norfolk restaurants, and recently was a Salvation Army Holiday Bell Ringer.
He spent life enjoying and living it to the fullest no matter what path he took. Through it all, He found solace in his walk with God, He loved reading his bible (knew his scriptures), and music. His love for caring, sharing, and helping others kept him connected in spending time and sharing whatever he had with family, friends, and strangers. He really enjoyed spending time at family parties, dinners, get-togethers, fishing, and crabbing, He loved eating good meals, especially fried and steam crabs, living near the beach, and watching football (Miami Dolphins Fan).
He is predeceased by our parents (Roosevelt Sr and Dorothy James), siblings: Lynn and William James, Aunts: Pearlie Miller and Gracie Lewis. Whistle leaves to cherish his loving memory, Son Roosevelt Green of Norfolk, VA, Daughter: Keyocia Velasqez (Brian) of Suffolk, VA, Robert Newman of Oregon, and Antonio Newman, of North Carolina, Nine Grandchildren ( Aniyah, Tyjhon, Jaziya, Roosevelt, Ronyelle, Rashiyah, Brian, Arianna, and Briyona), Siblings: Patricia James of Norfolk, VA, Dinah Bell (Brian) of Winston-Salem, NC, Vickie Hobbs (Michael) of Norfolk, VA, Darlisa James of Virginia Beach, VA, Joyce Riddick, Larry James , Jerry James (Elaine), Chris James, Joseph James all of Chesapeake, VA, and special thanks to nephew Jason Hobbs, and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, extended family and friends.
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Breon J. says
January 20, 2022 at 9:25 pmMissing you all the way from NC…rest easy unc.🌹🕊
DINAH BELL says
January 21, 2022 at 1:22 amMy Dear Brother,
Rest In Peace & In Heaven. You Will Be Dearly Missed But Not Forgotten. Fly and Sing With The Other Angels Who Will Welcome You With Open Arms. Love You ❤️
Rev. Sharon Alexander Trotman Fields says
January 21, 2022 at 5:17 amMy Condolences to the family. Sorry to hear about your lost. You are lifted up in my prayers. In Sympathy in this difficult time, may peace and love surrounding you all. With much love to the family Sharon
Vernell Gray says
January 21, 2022 at 10:58 amTo the James Family.
May the peace of God be with you all. You have our condolences.
Sisters Vernell M. & Esther M. Gray of MGMBC.
Virginia Marner Sawyer says
January 21, 2022 at 1:06 pmSo sorry to here of your passing remembering the times you and Jesse (Lobo) sat at my table or help me move ,my prayers and heartfelt condolences to the family of our precious Whistler 🙏 Aunt Ginlee 🙏
Joshua Overton says
January 21, 2022 at 7:55 pmRest Easy Cousin Whistle Love You Bro
WESCOTT family says
January 22, 2022 at 3:25 pmTo Lisa James and entire James family.
Our deepest condolences to you and your family doing this time.
May God comfort you and give strength and meet all your needs.
We are here for you,
We love you ,
Wescott’s Family.
Patricia James says
January 24, 2022 at 12:35 pmTo my loving brother, a few words just to let you know, for all the sadness and disappointment in my heart right now that you had to go, and I understand why. I don’t do seeing someone suffer, I knew God would heal your pain. We will miss you always, because you are in a better place. Love you always, Sis Diane 🙏
Latonya, Oundrea, and Ja’Kai says
January 25, 2022 at 1:34 pmWe love you and you will be truly missed. You were so welcoming from the first day we met. Thank you for all the wonderful memories you created with your great nephew. My prayer and condolences to family through this difficult time.
Janice Appleton says
January 26, 2022 at 10:23 pmFamiy
“I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories .The bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn’t seal back up. And you come through. It’s like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly—that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp.”My sincere.condolences goes to everyone of you.He may be Gone but the Memoirs are everlasting…
Janice Appleton says
January 26, 2022 at 10:24 pmFamiy
We all know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories .The bad news is that you never completely get over the loss of your beloved. But this is also the good news. They live forever in your broken heart that doesn’t seal back up. And you come through. It’s like having a broken leg that never heals perfectly—that still hurts when the weather gets cold, but you learn to dance with the limp.”My sincere.condolences goes to everyone of you.He may be Gone but the Memoirs are everlasting…
Kenny Kelly says
January 27, 2022 at 8:50 amMy prayers n condolences goes out to the James family and friends for the lost of there loved one Whistle .He was a great guy and good friend of my big brother Boots Kelly n our fam. He will be truly missed and forever loved by many. R.I.H.P From The Kelly family
Cathy Ward says
January 27, 2022 at 11:03 amMy deepest condolences to the family so very sorry.May God continue to bless you all Love you all