James was an entrepreneur who ran and owned his own auto mechanic shop. He was dedicated and always professional when it came to his work. He loved to fish, hunt and also travel. He cherished his family and friends. His ultimate passion was cooking. He loved to cook, he was a “Renowned Chef”. James leaves behind his mother ~ Mary L. Deal; his wife ~ Queen Deal of 33 years; four children ~ Erick, Shawn, Shonean and Airell; six grandchildren ~ Ericka, Derrick, Allanah, Alliyah, Shawniece and Shawn Deal Jr.; five brothers ~ Leavy, Charles, A.C., Lamont and Johnny; five sisters ~ Norma, Darlene, Vera, Gloria and Catherine; one aunt ~ Ora Williams; one uncle ~ William Spencer Jr.; A host of nieces and nephews and friends; A very dear friend, Ms. Mary Moore. “Peace I leave with you, my peace I give unto you: not as the world giveth, give I unto you. Let not your heart be troubled, neither let it be afraid. Ye have heard now I said unto you, I go away, and come again unto you. If ye loved me, ye would rejoice, because I said, I go unto the Father: for my Father is greater than I.” John 14:27-28

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