James Edward Harper, Jr., 74, of Sissonville passed away Friday, December 4, 2015 at home.
He was a 30 year employee of Broughton Dairy and also a member of the Teamsters Local #175.
James was preceded in death by his parents, James and Goldie Harper; and siblings, Benton, Delores, Thelma and Marie.
He is survived by his son, James E. Harper III; daughters, Kathleen (Ben) Hogue, Melissa (Coy) Payne and Victoria (Robert) Hudson; sisters, Meretha (Harold) White and Charlotte Smith; brother, Deanea Harper and Roger (Shirlene) Harper; six grandchildren, Ben Jr., Amber, Mitchell, Rachel, Andrea and Rebecca; and great granddaughter, Kensley.
Burial will be at a later date at B.J. Means Memorial Cemetery, South Charleston, WV.
My dear brother and sisters. I want you to know I love you. I am here for you in any and all ways. I am so sorry for your loss.
My heart breaks for the family of my Uncle James. His children will miss him deeply. James was a wonderful man, quiet, soft spoken, sometimes sort of shy, but always kind, sweet and funny. And one thing was evident, He loved his children dearly. I can’t imagine the pain of losing a parent but I pray that they will take comfort in knowing that their father loved them so very much and that he will be watching over them. Prayers of comfort and peace are being prayed for the family during this difficult time.
I want to give my condolences to the Harper Family, especially Missy, we went to high school together and became extremely close up until graduation. I remember how much love she and her father shared while she lived with me our senior year and was always envious of that relationship. I’m sure he will be greatly missed by many people. I hope Missy you remember he will always be watching over you and your siblings, his grandchildren and etc. I am always here If you need me. (304) 395-0320.
I met James when my dad Tom Via worked at Broughtons Dairy. James was always a nice person to me and my sister Tammy. Love and prayers during this time of loss for the family.