Ada Williamson James Obituary
The family of Ada Williamson James of Raleigh, North Carolina announces her passing on August 1, 2026. Ada, born on December 15, 1945 in Yanceyville, North Carolina, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Ada Williamson James to show support.
She was predeceased by: her parents, David Jr. Williamson and Pearl Williamson. She is survived by: her friend Marvette Pratt; her husband Howard L. James; her son Jonathan Eric James; her daughter-in-law Arneatha Gillis James; her grandson Ethan Alexander James of Raleigh, NC.; her siblings, Jerry Williamson of Yanceyville, NC and Glenna Graves (Forrest) of Waldorf, MD; her nieces, Renee Joyner (Paul) and Revee Diggs (Everett) of Durham, NC; her nephew Derrick Von Graves (Cara); her great-nephews, Blake and Bryce of Bowie, MD; Yvonne Archer of Rosedale, MD, Jean Lashley (James) of Boykins, VA, Sheila Porter (Melvin) of Murfreesboro, NC and Karen Blackwell of Cofield, NC.. She is also survived by many extended family members, cousins, and lifelong friends.
In lieu of flowers please make donations to Pearson Chapel AME Church, 222 NC-Highway 62 South in Yanceyville, NC 27379, and First Calvary Baptist Church Life Center, 240 Fields Drive in Sanford, NC 27330.
August 4, 2026
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