James Edward Jamar was born November 15, 1930 in Bessemer, Alabama to the late Professor Laban Croskey and Bessie Porter Jamar. He was the oldest of four boys born of this union. Also preceding him in death were three siblings: Elihu, Victor and Laban Croskey Jr.
James was reared in the City of Huntsville on Darwin Street. Growing up James and his brothers were active assisting his father with the editor of the paper, the Huntsville Mirror (currently the Speakin’ out Weekly News) for many years.
He confessed Christ as his personal savior at an early age and joined the St. John African Methodist Episcopal Church where he was an active member for over 50 years. He also served faithfully in the choir for many years.
James was married to the late Helen Nance Jamar. This union was blessed with two daughters: Jennifer (who died in infancy) and Janeen Jamar Johnson.
A life-long learner, education was very significant to James. He graduated from elementary and high school at William Hooper Council. After graduation, he earned his Bachelor’s Degree in Social Studies: minored in English and Master’s Degree at the Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University. He did further studies in the pursuit of a Doctoral Degree. He also attended Tennessee State University, Peabody College, University of South Alabama, Memphis State University and the University of Alabama in Huntsville for further studies.
James began his formal teaching in 1952 after graduating Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University. He taught at Trinity High School in Athens, Alabama. As an instructor, he served dual roles as a Social Studies instructor and the first band director.
After years at Trinity High School, he returned to Huntsville accepted a position as a teacher, principal and Boy Scout master at West End Elementary School. For one year, he served as President of the Huntsville Teacher Association. James’ next position was an instructor at J.F Drake State Technical College for several years.
For many years (well into his seventies) he helped the members of his community with filing and correction of their income tax to the Government.
James was a gifted artist, saxophonist and clarinet player. He performed with various local musical groups for over 20 years. This gift brought him much enjoyment in his life.
James cherished his membership with Omega Phi Psi Fraternity for many years. He also was a member of AARP and many other Associations.
Family was very important to James. He enjoyed attending family reunions, in home visits from family as well as friends, and conversing with cousins from Ohio and other family members on the phone.
James was also a very avid reader, keeping up with current events in the newspaper. He also enjoyed watching his favorite television show on a weekly basis, which was Jeopardy.
James leaves a stream of love and respect. He remained faithful to his sojourn here on earth.
Those remaining who will cherish his memories are: his daughter, Janeen; son-in-love (Anthony); his grandchildren: Joshua of Long Beach, California and Olivia of Oklahoma City, Oklahoma; five nieces: Jacquelyn Flournoy (Cecil Sr.), Janice A. Jamar, Jacqueline Hewlett, Sonya Leslie (Kenneth), Jeris Jamar, two nephews: Laban Rodney Jamar (Sharonne) and Joe Dancy, seven great nieces: Rokichia D. Haywood, Alicia Leslie Jackson, Shecola Hewlett Leggs (Von), Catherine M. Flournoy, Janette Jamar, Jeris Jamar, Jessica Jamar and three great nephews: Laban Rodney Jamar Jr., Kenneth Leslie Jr., and Dr. Cecil Jr. (Dr. Nikaela) and a host of numerous cousins, extended relatives and many friends.
The family would like to give a special thank you to Southern Care New Beacon – Huntsville and Amedysis Home Care and Hospice for the exceptional care given to James.
God saw you getting tired and a cure was not to be.
So He put His arms around you and whispered “come to me.”
With tearful eyes we watched you, and saw you pass away.
Although we loved you dearly, we could not make you stay.
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands at rest.
God broke our hearts to prove to us, He only takes the best.
~ Unknown
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