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Mr. James Edward "Buster" Leftwich

12/24/1928 - 04/11/2020

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Obituary For Mr. James Edward "Buster" Leftwich

Mr. James Edward "Buster" Leftwich of Concord, NC formerly of Beckley, WV died Saturday, April 11, 2020.

James was born in Pemberton, WV on December 24, 1928. He was the oldest and last surviving of four children born to the late Ray and Jeannie Turner Leftwich.

James attended Byrd Prillermon High School in Pemberton, WV. James joined the military on January 4, 1946 during World War II and was honorable discharged on May 30 1947.

James later met the love of his life and wed the late Evangelist Billie June Gilbert February 25, 1953. During their marriage, six children were born. During “Buster’s” blessed life, he had the opportunity to work at various professions while finding his way through life providing for his family. James retired from Pinecrest State Sanitarian Hospital after many years of faithful service as a Dietary Technician.

Buster believed in Jesus and accepted him as his Savior. Buster enjoyed fishing, watching sports, westerns and especially boxing and just being out in nature as often as he could. Buster loved and cherished his family and was a kind sole to all he met. He was the glue that kept his family grounded with wisdom and unconditional love. He will truly be missed by all family and friends left on this earth.

James leaves behind his children Gloria Jean Sawyers, James Edward (Tammy) Leftwich Jr., Ralph Cleveland (Charlee) Leftwich, Phillip (April) Leftwich, Joyce Inez Harper (deceased) and David Benjamin Leftwich (deceased); 13 grandchildren, Carla Harper (Tony) Omisore, Frances Leftwich (Phillip) Armstrong, Cecelia Harper, Monica Leftwich, April Harper, Yolonda Leftwich (Trae)Miller, Ralph Leftwich Jr., Letisha Sawyers, Daylin Leftwich, Kayla Leftwich, Ashley White, Aiyana, Jones, Michael Sawyers II (deceased);14 great grandchildren and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.

Graveside service will be 11:00AM Friday, April 17, 2020 at Sunset Memorial Park 1925 Harper Rd. Beckley with Bishop Gerald Dillard officiating.

Email condolences to ritchie-johnson@suddenlinkmail.com.

Arrangements entrusted to Ritchie & Johnson Funeral Parlor, Beckley.

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04/16/2020

Yolonda Miller

Grandpa - moving to Missouri knowing that I wouldn't be able to spend as much time with you was hard. Now that you passed, I find it is much harder to even go about my day without thinking about you. I can't wrap my arms around your plaid shirt and suspenders, I can't FaceTime you from Dad's phone to see your smiling face. I miss you so so much grandpa. My favorite memory with you was when we were sitting at the kitchen table at your house drinking tea and you were telling me how much you loved grandma and missed her. Your heart was so kind and tender. I loved that about you. You always made us feel calm. I pray for comfort for my daddy, my uncles, and my aunt as they have gone through so much over this past year. Father comfort them. Bring peace to their hearts Father God. Give them strength to continue putting one foot in front of the other even when it hurts. Father let them cry on your shoulder when they are weeping. Comfort them in their grief as we remember my sweet grandpa and their dad. In Jesus' name.
04/16/2020

Ruth Scott

Our deepest sympathy to the family and may God's peace be with you now and forever. Mr. Leftwich is greatly missed. Prayers and Love, The Irvins
04/15/2020

Sheila M. Young

My thoughts and prayers are with you during the passing of your Dad. May our Lord and Savior provide you peace in knowing the God is even closer holding you in His Great and loving arms. You are not alone and know that your family and friends are here for you. Love you all, Sheila Young
04/15/2020

Lois Mitchell

Sharing in your sadness as you remember your Dad. May God give you comfort during this difficult time. Love you my cousins!