James Harvey Black's Obituary
Ladies and gentlemen, children and babies, we are here today to greet the
soul of James Harvey Black. His manner and his personality will echo in
our hearts for as long as we live. Whether he was standing, sitting, or lying
down; his intention always rang true.
As a husband, father, brother, cousin, uncle, nephew, and grandfather he
gave his heart to help, his wisdom to teach, and his life to reflect his word.
Those who knew him are better for the meeting, and those who did not
know him missed the opportunity to be touched by the light of a very
special man.
He leaves in his path of glory and integrity sons, daughters, and plenty of
grandchildren and great grandchildren. On this day, let us share the love
shown time and time again. So to all Blacks, Dosses, Pennies, Dauways,
Blackmans, and Gholstons remember God’s proud and loving soul Mr.
James Harvey Black.
James Harvey Black was born March 4, 1938 to Lela Griswold and Harvey
Black. He had three older brothers - Joseph, Willie, and O’Grinn; three
older sisters, and a younger - Inez, MaryLee, and Pinell who all preceded
him in death.
Mr. Black attended Washington Tech majoring in carpentry.
In 1955, he married childhood friend and sweetheart, Vivian J. Blackman.
Their union would produce five children - Valerie, who preceded him in
death, Veopolis, Vanessa, Velda and Velvin.
Mr. Black retired as silk screen painter from Signet Graphics after twenty
years of service. Along with his four children, Mr. Black is survived by his
eight grandchildren, great grandchildren, and a host of nieces and
nephews, and other extended family and friends.
What’s your fondest memory of James?
What’s a lesson you learned from James?
Share a story where James' kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with James you’ll never forget.
How did James make you smile?
