James, you knew exactly how I felt and how much I wanted you to be happy and healthy. Well our prayers were answered. You’re completely healed and better off than us all! I love love you so much! I will always remember the last hug you gave me before you left for your new journey. Even though the journey wasn’t what I believed it would be, it is exactly God’s will. I know you know how much I loved you so there’s nothing else left to be said.

My sincere condolences to Lyn and family. James will be missed from our “Marvelous Mondays” to our “Fantastic Fridays”....I will be sure to keep the positivity going in remembrance of the light you were to us all. Rest well my friend.....

So many good memories from the years we served together in Troop 57. He was always there for the boys and other leaders, and made our trips a lot of fun. Such an all around nice person! Our condolences to his family and friends.

James I am going to miss the best hugs that you give. Thank you for being a friend, co-worker and neighbor. You will be greatly missed. You may feel like you loss the fight but you have won the battle. Alfred and I heart goes out to you Lyn and to everyone who loved him. We will continue to pray for strength and comfort

I miss you so very much James. When I would tease you and call you grumpy, you would always look up and give me that crazy crooked smile. I miss that smile. :( I'm missing you more than words can express. RIP my dear friend.

Thank you James for being a great co-worker. Our very last conversation you told me you hated to loose. Guess what my friend you won the big race at the end of this life’s journey. You now have been prepared meet your maker and see all the wonderful things you have contributed to this awesome life of yours and to see the beautiful marks you have left behind for your family and friends. Peace and love James 

James your presence will be missed but your memory will live on in the hearts of many. My sincere condolences to Lyn and family and Sentara family. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

You and your family are in our hearts and minds. Our condolences on the passing of your father.

My heartfelt condolences to James' family and friends. I am so blessed to have worked with both James and Lyn. James cared for his Sentara "family", and he always brightened my day with a warm smile, the best hugs ever, and his team player support. I will miss you, my dear friend, but your memory remains in my heart forever.

Our condolences to James' family and friends. James was one of a kind. He never had an unkind word about anyone. He was a joyful, loving person who truly cared about other people. We consider ourselves very fortunate to have been his friends and neighbors. He will never be forgotten.

My heartfelt condolences go to James families. Young man, gone too soon. I enjoyed working with James for over ten years at Sentara. What a great team player and just an all around wonderful person. Rest in peace James.

My deepest heartfelt condolences to James' family. He truly was/is an amazing friend. It was an honor getting to know him over the past few years. James, your smile and laugh will never be forgotten and you will be missed forever by your friends and family. I truly hope you know how much you are loved.

James, you will be forever missed. You were an awesome co-worker and a good friend. You're personality and dedication will always be remembered.

James I miss you so much. You meant so much to me. You knew... I always made sure to make you smile even when you didn’t want to. I am glad you are no longer in pain. Lyn will always have me to lean on.

James was a dear friend and coworker for twenty five years. He was so thoughtful and kind. He will be missed.

My sincerest and deepest condolences to James family. He was a true friend and person whom I admired dearly. I was truly saddened when I received the news of his passing. May you rest in peace James :)

Miss you my friend. I know now you have no pain. You are in the presence of our Lord Jesus. See you on the other side my friend

You will be missed my friend. Now there is no pain just laughter in the presence of our savior,Jesus Christ. See you again on the other side

I will miss you my friend.,but I do know now have no pain and are with our savior Jesus. will see you again on the other side.

Our deepest sympathies for James' family. James was a terrific man who will be missed by all who had the pleasure of calling him family or friend.

Our deepest sympathy at this most difficult time. Gone too soon, but never forgotten. Eternal rest grant unto James, O Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, test in peace. John & Sharon Vinett

James you are a very dear good friend. You taught me so much while I was a sentara employee. You are a dear friend. You are in a safe place . It is as beautiful as you are. You will be missed. Thank you so much and may God be with you my friend

Slncere Condolences for all of James family. I am his cousin Cheryl that lives in Canada. My mom (Virginia) was Inez's sister. I haven't seen James in many years but remember him as a sweet and gentle person. May James rest in peace.

You were the best co-worker ever ad your hugs were the best. I will see you again

All of us are grieving for James and the whole family. He was a wonderful guy and was one of the "good ones". We will miss him terribly. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Kirks clan right now.

Lyn and family. Words cannot describe my love for James. He knew. My heart goes out to you. Love, Eileen (Mama). ❣️