Memories of James Wei Huang

In memory of

James Wei Huang

Oakton, VA

August 4, 2003 - July 18, 2020

Aug 4, 2003 - Jul 18, 2020

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Asra Nomani

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Jordan Lee

The TJ Cross Country team, which James was a part of, dedicated their practice to James Huang this past Friday, July 24.

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Sean Nguyen

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Joe Huang

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Joe Huang

Thank you guys. That’s beautiful. Thank you guys. That’s beautiful. Thank you guys. That’s beautiful.

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Jordan Lee

This was from when Class Council met up at Tyson's Corner where we all dared each other to do embarrassing stuff in public. One of James's dares was to order a cheeseburger at Five Guys, but specifically request no meat or cheese.

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Irene Zhao

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Han Zhang

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Han Zhang

James is the son of my very close friends. He was born in Richmond, and his name was inspired by James River quietly flowing through the city. I watched him to grow since he was born, from a little adorable boy to a tall handsome teen. I was so excited to see and proud of what he achieved. He’s extremely smart and sensitive. I remember chatting with him sometimes on my way to pick him up from the school. He told me he liked astrophysics. Under his seemingly quiet appearance was a curious spirit to explore the mysterious universe. He also had a sharp eye in photography. He liked to use programming mode to create many nice cool photos.

As a family friend, I had some chances to live at James’ home. I still remember James liked to play his favorite song list to share with the family during the dinner time. He liked the steak, and of course sweet deserts. His mom told me that he was often hungry from late study and went to the fridge to find something to eat. And she would always intentionally leave something delicious in the fridge, and then happily found it’s gone on the second day’s morning. James helped me a lot for my moving, carrying a lot of heavy boxes and furnitures from my car to the basement. Thank you James!

We, me and my husband, were so shocked with the news he has passed away. Until today, we still couldn’t and refuse to accept the fact. We don’t know how his parents and sister could handle this heartbreaking trauma. It’s devastating. We left US two years ago and didn’t have a chance to see James. But James, Aunt Han still remember your smile, a bit shy but warm and cool. We are proud of you and will miss you!

James is the son of my very close friends. He was born in Richmond, and his name was inspired by James River... Read more James is the son of my very close friends. He was born in Richmond, and his name was inspired by James River quietly flowing through... Read more James is the son of my very close friends. He was born... Read more

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Anjan Chimaladinne

As parents who also lost a 16 year old child in 2016, my wife and I know and understand how painful it is. Our love to Joe, Pingping, Cynthia, and all of James’s friends. James, we love you and you will be in our hearts forever🙏🏻❤️

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Joe Huang

Dear Anjan, thank you for your kind words. I am so sorry your family had to go through that pain yourselves.... Read more Dear Anjan, thank you for your kind words. I am so sorry your family had to go through that pain yourselves. I know that’s a hole... Read more Dear Anjan, thank you for your kind words. I am so ... Read more

Anjan Chimaladinne

Thank you, Joe. I can’t be there n-person, but will join on-line today. Coincidentally, Anshul is also resting... Read more Thank you, Joe. I can’t be there n-person, but will join on-line today. Coincidentally, Anshul is also resting at Fairfax Memorial... Read more Thank you, Joe. I can’t be there n-person, but will... Read more

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Ari Bobesh

Although I did not know James super well and our only connection was through the TJ UAV Club (I'm a rising Junior), I always enjoyed his presence. While other club members were working on their own things and I was left alone measuring, CADing, and doing my assigned tasks, it put a smile on my face when he'd often come and ask me about what I was doing. That little bit of attention, that only he gave to me on a regular basis, was so important to me because it reminded me of my value and that of my work. I will miss you, James.

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Jordan Lee

I remember during our sophomore year when we were doing the spirit video, Sean and I had come up with this super complex script with a bunch of scenes and deep meanings woven throughout. After writing it, I couldn't imagine how we would get it done. However, James was able to somehow bring our vision to life and convey the encouraging core message of the video we wanted to spread to all TJ students - whatever challenges you may face, you have the power to learn from and get through them as long as you stay determined and have faith. Out of all of us, James put in the most work into that video. He was there every scene, gave up countless Lunch periods, and went to my house over the weekend. Even after, he had to spend hours editing it. Even though we would mess up so many times over and over, James somehow remained patient with us, even with the simplest scenes. I remember always being amazed by the way he took different angles and created beautiful shots. He always knew what he was doing. I remember there was a hard deadline for the video and we were panicking. While the video had to be max 5 minutes, James had made about a 10 minute video with all the footage we filmed. I remember video calling him and Sean late into midnight, trying to cut the video down while still keeping the most important scenes. It was really tough and I remember me and Sean almost falling asleep several times during the call while James just kept working at it. Staying awake for that long showed you how dedicated he was. Now, here's one last memory with James that is a true testament to his character. It was the last conversation I had with James on Messenger. I had this Spanish project I was panicking to finish because I only had 1 weekend before it was due. I desperately needed a green screen because I couldn't find mine. So, I put it out on social media asking anyone if I could borrow their green screen. Of course, James reached out to me and let me know he could give it to me the next day at school. However, 9 hours later, he let me know he was feeling sick and that he may have not been able to make it. In retrospect, it's kind of amazing that James even remembered to tell me. Feeling sick, the main things he'd probably worry about would be the classes and clubs he was going to miss. Yet somehow, he kept me in mind too. He offered to drop it off at my house over the weekend, even though he was already feeling sick. The morning of the day I needed it, I finally found a green tarp in my basement that I could use, so I let James know. And still, he offered to bring his green screen, letting me know it was 12 feet long. It's such a small, simple act, yet it's a huge testament of how he selflessly invested himself in others. He would do these kind of things for people without ever expecting anything in return. We're all going to really miss James and that compassionate heart he had, but at the same time, I'm grateful I got to experience it in the first place. Love you James <3

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