Robert "Bob" Franklin James

Bob was born April 27, 1940, to Clarence and Hazel (Hubbard) James at Kincaid, WV. He married Elizabeth Walker in 1960 and she preceded him in death. Also preceding him was his 3 siblings: Mildred Smith, Larry James, and Gean Crawford.

Bob earned a Bachelor degree at Cleveland State University and a Master degree at WVU in Social Work. He was employed by the State of WV for thirty years in Human Services serving as Director of Fayette County the last few years before retiring. He also taught as an adjunct professor at several colleges. After retiring he was called to the ministry serving in three separate congregations. He helped organize the startup of Camp Kismet and helped run it for many years. He also served in the Gideon Ministry for 29 years. He was an avid stamp collector for 40 years, authored two religious books, and enjoyed the artistry of painting. Bob was a witty, intelligent, loving and generous man. He loved the Lord with his whole heart and served him faithfully. Our loss is heaven’s gain.

Surviving is his wife, Starlett; his sons: Robert (Pam) of North Carolina, Greg of West Virginia; stepson: Michael (Victoria) of Ohio; two granddaughters: Melanie (Erwin) Soto and Keri (Garrett) Kent; two great granddaughters: Camila Soto and Palmer Kent. Also surviving are Bob’s siblings: Lorena Bibb of Ohio, Roger James of Louisiana; and David (Phyllis) of West Virginia.

Visitation will be Monday, October 28, 2019, at Dodd-Payne-Hess Funeral Home in Fayetteville at 12 PM with the service following at 1 PM. Officiating will be Pastor Vondie Cook and Pastor Michael Meadows. Interment will be at Huse Memorial Park, Fayetteville. In lieu of flowers the family requests memorial contributions to the Gideons International in Robert’s name.

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