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Doug James, 72, passed away peacefully in the arms of his Savior, Jesus Christ surrounded by his family on Sunday, February 19, 2017. Doug was born on April 29th, 1944 to Kenneth and Frances (Bussell) James in Anderson, Indiana, the youngest of 6 children. He moved with his family to Phoenix at the age of 4. He went to Franklin & Kenilworth elementary schools and graduated from West High School in 1962. It was there he met the love of his life, Maureen Adair. They were married for over 54 years.
Doug accepted Christ as his Savior and was baptized at Trinity Bible Church where he was a long time member.
Doug worked at Coulter Cadillac for 48 years until his retirement in 2010. However, he could not stay retired for long and went to work for Bell Honda as a courtesy driver. "Grampsy", as he was affectionately known, loved to spend time with his family and friends. He never missed an opportunity to attend events of all kinds supporting his children, grandkids, nieces and nephews. Doug was a "foodie" and enjoyed good meals with his family and friends.
Doug will be greatly missed by his wife Maureen, son Jim (Ruth), 6 grandkids, 3 great grandkids, 4 sisters and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Jimmy and son Doug Jr.
A celebration of life will be held on Saturday, February 25th at Bethany Bible Church 6060 N. 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85015 at 2:00pm Please visit www.almoore-grimshaw.com to share your favorite memories of Doug or messages to the family.
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April 2, 2019
Brother
Tom Trueblood
Miss you Doug and all the good times we had together all those years. So many happy memories when we all were together. When we are with Maureen you're still with us too as we think back. We will all be together again.
Love you brother, Tom
February 20, 2019
Friend
Helen Angle
My Dougie I miss you sooo..Loved seeing you all grown up and now your gone to upstairs. .I'm so sorry you had to suffer and I wish I could have done somthing..Your family will be. OK as they're strong and full of love from you..
February 20, 2019
Spouse
Maureen James
Boob, it has been 2 years since you left us. Not a day goes by I and your family dont think about you. We miss you so much. The big events in our lives are so empty without you. I love you more than ever. Until we meet again ❤
April 12, 2017
Abby David Ana Crary
Maureen my heart aches for you. May our Lord comfort you and family. We love you.
April 11, 2017
Bob & Donna Hargrove
Our friendship seemed to have happened by chance, but how fortunate it was for us to have had you in our lives all these years. So many memories and experiences shared, so much love for one another. We are so saddened by your passing, but we know that you are in good hands and out of pain. So, we will keep you alive in our hearts. Loving you always.
April 10, 2017
Derek Borman
May your loved ones be comforted and know that you are waiting in the Savior's fold for them. I knew only one member of your family, but understand how your kindness will be missed be all.
February 26, 2017
Donna and Larry Plumb
Your love for Maureen and your family was so compassionate and visible! It was so hard to see how you struggled with your cancer! You will always be remembered with so much respect. Rest in peace in the arms of Jesus.
February 25, 2017
You have always been my big brother, my friend, and an awesome husband to my sister. Your compassion, kindness and love for family was contagious. You will forever be in the hearts of those that passed away.
February 23, 2017
TOM TRUEBLOOD
Doug was my best friend and brother. We always had such fun together for 50+ years. He was a loving kind, brother always looking for a way to give a hand and of course looking for another place to have a great meal. Karen and I will miss him so much. Our hearts go out to my sister Maureen and the rest of the family. .Love you brother! See you again in heaven
Tom Trueblood (Tustin, California)
February 23, 2017
Scott Bergstrom
God speed, my friend. Susie and I will always remember your good humor, gentle smile and disarming personality. You're truly the example of what our next generation should aspire to be like. Scott & Susie Bergstrom
February 22, 2017
Maureen / Boob / James
The love of my life since I was 15 is no longer by my side. I don't know how I will go on with out you. I Love you Boob!
February 22, 2017
Edward Stralko
Rest in peace my friend.
February 22, 2017
Katherine Trueblood-Clucas
I have so many childhood memories! My memories are all happy ones, good ones! You will be so missed, you and Maureen were such great role models for me! Showing me what love truly is! I have so many memories of Forest Home Family Retreat when we all went there as a family! Rest in peace with no more pain! All my love!
February 22, 2017
"Rest in peace my old friend" "We miss you, but we will not forget you"
Malcolm and Susan Goekler
February 22, 2017
Kelly Hargrove
We love you Grampsy, you will be forever in our heaarts. you will be missed immensly. R.I.P Don,Kelly, Grayson, and Emma
February 21, 2017
Kathleen` Waterman
We love you, will miss you and you will always be in our hearts! R.I.P Thma familye Wter
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