Arthur “AJ” James V
December 29, 2003 - May 12, 2024
Arthur “AJ” James V, age 20, of Bear, DE, passed away on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
Born in Newark, DE on December 29, 2003, he was the son of Arthur James IV and Rebecca Mary (Griest) James. Arthur attended Appoquinimink High School as well as Dickinson High School, and graduated from James H. Groves High School. He worked at Safeway in Glasgow and TC Carpentry in Middletown, before working as a water treatment specialist at Smart Water Technologies.
Arthur could often be found playing video games or by the water fishing. In his spare time, he loved hanging out with his friends and cousins. Arthur was happiest when he was around people, especially babies and children. He had an amazing sense of humor and relished any opportunity to play a practical joke or stir the pot. Most of all, Arthur will be remembered for having the biggest heart and caring for everyone.
Arthur was preceded in death by his grandmother, Jacqueline Griest; and grandfather, Terrace Warrington. He is survived by his mother, Rebecca James; father, Arthur James IV and step-mom, Albina; sister, Cassidy James; godfathers, Adrian Wilson and Uncle Dan Griest; godmother and aunt, Sarah James and husband Thomas McKale; grandparents, David and Michelle Griest and Arthur James III and Sandy; grandmother, Rebecca Hardy; great-grandmother, Omi; aunt, Jennifer Chalmers; girlfriend, Sabrina Degnars; best friends, Austin, Noah and Brody; and many extended family members and friends.
A visitation for family and friends will be held from 1 pm until 2 pm on Sunday, May 19, 2024, at Bethesda United Methodist Church, 116 East Main Street, Middletown, DE, where a memorial service will begin at 2 pm. A gathering will be held immediately after the service at the family’s residence. Inurnment will be held privately.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Arthur’s memory to the Epilepsy Foundation of Delaware, 527 Stanton Christiana Road, Newark, DE 19713 or online by clicking here.
Geni wilson
Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. May his memory be eternal.
Lisa and Raymond
Sending our sincere and deepest condolences to the family for such a tragic loss… 💐
Tony Copeman
My condolences to you and your family. My prayers are with you
Bill & Jinx
Becky,
I only had the honor of meeting AJ one time, but was instantly drawn to him because of his wonderful sense of humor and how outgoing he was. Bill and I will keep you in our prayers and we pray that all the memories of your beautiful son will bring you comfort in the days to come.
Rest in peace, AJ
Selina Bagley
Becki,
I’m so very sorry for your loss. My heart goes out to you & your family. Having been able to meet your sweet boy when he was younger while we were working at BoA was a pleasure – always kind, loving, & funny!
I pray you & your family feel the unwavering love of God during this difficult time. Earth has no sorrow that Heaven can’t heal.
You all are loved.
Warmly,
Your ole friend Selina <3
Maggie Brumit
Sincerest condolences to all of you. Sending prayers for God to hold you and help the memories hug you through this time.
Mary Joan McDuffie
Prayers and thoughts to all of AJ’s family.
Joyce Ribinson
My dear friend Becki, Cassidy & family. I just heard the shocking & heartbreaking news about AJ. My heart aches for you. I am so so sorry for the painful loss of AJ. I remember him as such a happy, funny, & helpful boy. AJ’s memory will continue to shine. I cannot fathom your pain of losing AJ. Becki I Love you and I am here for you if you need anything.
Love Joyce
Rose Larry Burkins
Becki ,Cassidy,and Family sending our condolences to A J family and love ones we are sending prayers and our condolences so heart breaking . We love you all.
Yolanda
Becki,
My condolences to you and yiur fsmily during this difficult time🙏🙏🙏🙏
Amy & Lex Burkins
Becki and family our hearts breaks for you. Lex and I are so honored to have been able to watch him grow up to be such a wonderful person. Kind, loving, caring, & considerate. He was just an amazing person and wore his heart on his sleeve. I know you have lots of great stories and memories to keep his spirit alive. We’re sending hugs and love to tou at this time. Love Pookie butt and love bug
Tina Dhar
Becki, Sending my deepest and heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your son. May all our thoughts and prayers bring you comfort and loving memories bring you peace. May your loved one RIP. With sincere sympathy, Tina Dhar
Anne Parke
I’m so sorry for your loss. Sending prayers to you and your family.
Ann Marie
Dearest Becki and Family,
Sending my deepest condolences to you all. My heart breaks for you. AJ was truly an incredible young man. He was always willing to lend a hand, kind and caring to everyone, especially the little ones. I am honored to have known him! I will keep you and your family in my prayers and be there anytime you need me, love you to pieces! Love ❤️ Ann Marie
Ben Movtady
Danny (and the entire family),
Extremely sorry for the unfortunate and untimely passing of AJ. Keeping him and the entire family in our hearts, thoughts and prayers.
Ben and Melissa Movtady
sarah thomas
sending so much love to you and your family during this hard time.
Tom, Diane & the Lilly Family
Our prayers go out to my cousins family. Arthur James & Rebecca Griest I am so sorry for loss cuz, my heart is breaking for you & your family. A loss of a child is the worst possible experience one can possible imagine let alone go through. We love you and your family & pray for you all. The photo’s show a happy go lucky soul. It reminds me of Arty as a young man, that is a loss to us all. May God offer you some comfort in these time of sorrow by knowing he is in better place today.
Savita and Ricky Mehra
Dear AJ, May god embrace your soul and keep you at peace!
Donna Short
Sending heartfelt condolences. My thought and prayers are with you. Hugs to all, Donna
Erica Brandon
Becky,
Although I didn’t know your son AJ personally I have only heard incredible things about his sense of humor, generosity and kindness towards others. I am thinking of you and your family during this difficult time. Sending prayers and comforting hugs.
Ronald Payne
Becki, I’m so sorry for your loss. My condolences goes out to you and your family.
Marzohn
God bless you arthur