James David Laney's obituary , Passed away on May 30, 2026 in Aberdeen, North Carolina

James David Laney

June 13, 1945 - May 30, 2026 (80 years old)

Aberdeen, North Carolina

James David Laney's obituary , Passed away on May 30, 2026 in Aberdeen, North Carolina

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McLeod Funeral Home-Sanford

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James David Laney

June 13, 1945 - May 30, 2026 (80 years old)

Aberdeen, North Carolina

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James David Laney Obituary

It is with sadness that the passing of James David Laney of Aberdeen, North Carolina is shared. James, born on June 13, 1945, passed away on May 30, 2026. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of James David Laney to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Ernest Howard and Mary Howard. He is survived by: his wife Wilma Laney; his children, Joy Faulkner (Eric), Sheryl McDonald, Zolan Chapman and Lewis McDonald; his grandchildren, Christopher Mellerson, Steen Abdul Stacker, Rashawn Hooks, Deshaun Scantlebury, Isiah Laney, Lakesha Hooks and Charnell Hooks; and his sisters, Mary Frances Buchanan and Shirley Teasley (Lawrence). He is also survived by other family members, friends.

In lieu of floral arrangements, consider a donation to United Negro College Fund https://uncf.org.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
McLeod Funeral Home-Sanford



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June 12, 2026

Ellie Collins wrote a sympathy message

“Wilma and Family, I am so sorry to just now learn of James' passing. He will be missed. Please know that I am keeping you close to my heart and in my prayers. With love, Ellie Collins”


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St John Missionary Baptist Church
703 Harris St, Aberdeen, NC 28315

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St John Missionary Baptist Church
703 Harris St, Aberdeen, NC 28315

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Beatties Ford Memorial Gardens
11201 Beatties Ford Rd, Huntersville, NC 28078

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