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In memory of
Mrs. Elaine "Grandlady" C. James
1938 - January 22, 2026
1938 - Jan 22, 2026
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In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to Elaine's Memorial Educational Scholarship Fund.
$570.00
of $5,000 goal
Obituary
Elaine James - the "Grandlady" received her angle wings on January 22, 2026 - and our little birdie flew away to join the Lord in heaven. Elaine was a Mother, Daughter, Sister, Grandmother, Aunt, Cousin (and a widow.) She lived a beautiful and full life. Southern California was her home all her adult life. She made many strides in her chosen career with the Los Angeles Unified School District for over 35 years in Adult …
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It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dear mother Elaine C. James - The Grandlady.
She will be missed and she will be forever in our hearts.
- Will J and Terri JB
Memories & condolences
Our sincere condolence is extended to the family of our dear friend Elaine. We have for many years shared Lake Powell …
Our sincere condolence is extended to the family of our dear friend Elaine. We have for many years…
Our sincere condolence is extended to the family of our dear fri…
My sincerest sympathy to the family of Ma'am Elaine James,
My sincerest sympathy to the family of Ma'am Elaine James,
My sincerest sympathy to the family of Ma'am Elaine James,
Such a wonderful woman. ❤️ She was loved and will be missed .
Such a wonderful woman. ❤️ She was loved and will be missed .
Such a wonderful woman. ❤️ She was loved and will be missed .
Community Involvement
Church
Attendee of
Church of the Advent
Volunteered for
Volunteer of
Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Inc
Service Organization
Volunteer of
National Assistance League
Service Organization
Favorites
What were Elaine's favorite sports teams?
She Loved watching the Lakers and the Golden State Warriors - her favorite player wa…
She Loved watching the Lakers and the Golden State Warriors - her favorite player was Steph Cu…
She Loved watching the Lakers and the Golden State Warriors - her favorite player was Steph Curry.
What were Elaine's favorite artists or styles of art?
Elaine loved music - favorite artists are Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston and Earth W…
Elaine loved music - favorite artists are Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston and Earth Wind and Fi…
Elaine loved music - favorite artists are Lionel Richie, Whitney Houston and Earth Wind and Fire.
Timeline
Born
1938
Passed away
January 22nd, 2026
San Pedro, California
Survived by
Terri James-Barksdale
Daughter
Will James
Son
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Funeral services provided by
Angelus Funeral Home
Hospice care provided by
Angelus Funeral Home
In lieu of flowers
Please consider a donation to Elaine's Memorial Educational Scholarship Fund.
$570.00
of $5,000 goal
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