William "Duck" James's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2026 in Kannapolis, North Carolina

William "Duck" James

May 8, 1994 - August 17, 2026 (32 years old)

Kannapolis, North Carolina

William "Duck" James's obituary , Passed away on August 17, 2026 in Kannapolis, North Carolina

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William "Duck" James

May 8, 1994 - August 17, 2026 (32 years old)

Kannapolis, North Carolina

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William James Obituary

The family announces the passing of William James of Kannapolis, North Carolina on August 17, 2026. William, born on May 8, 1994, was part of many shared moments and relationships throughout life. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of William James to show support.

He was predeceased by: his father Kevin Lee James; and his pets, Axl and Kato. He is survived by: his mother Zelly Drye James; his devoted love Carol Jo; his sister Marisa "Thyme" James (Mac Hall); his stepchildren, Jerry and Boe; and his pet Timmy. He is also survived by cousins and a large friend.

Visitation was held on Saturday, August 29th 2026 from 3:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Bethpage Presbyterian Church (6020 Mooresville Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28081). A memorial service was held on Saturday, August 29th 2026 at 4:00 PM at the same location. The inurnment was held on Thursday, September 3rd 2026 from 11:00 AM to 11:30 AM at the Salisbury National Cemetery (501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144).

Memorials may be made to Wounded Warriors, https://support.woundedwarriorproject.org. Send a Sympathy Card Consider a donation, as requested by the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Whitley's Funeral Home



Sat

Aug 29

Visitation

Bethpage Presbyterian Church
6020 Mooresville Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Sat

Aug 29

Memorial service

Bethpage Presbyterian Church
6020 Mooresville Rd, Kannapolis, NC 28081

Thu

Sep 03

Inurnment

Salisbury National Cemetery
501 Statesville Blvd, Salisbury, NC 28144

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