Maude James

Miss Maude James, age 90 of West Jefferson, NC died Monday, January 5, 1009 at Ashe Memorial Hospital.  Miss James was born September 10, 1918 in Ashe County to Samuel and Myrtle Sturgill James.  In addition to her parents she was also preceded in death by her brother, Frank James.  She was an active and contributing member of the Jefferson United Methodist Church. Miss James was a graduate of Appalachian State Teachers College.  She had a successful teaching career at Lansing School where she taught fourth grade. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM Wednesday, January 7, 2009 at The Jefferson United Methodist Church by Rev. Dr. Keith Franklin and Rev. Peter Parrish.  Burial will follow in Ashelawn Memorial Gardens.  The family will receive friends from 1:00 - 2:00 PM prior to the service. Miss James is survived by: One sister: Pearl James Ashley and husband Bill of West Jefferson In liue of flowers memorials may be made to: Jefferson United Methodist Church PO Box 236 Jefferson, NC  28640 or a charity of the donor's choice. You may send and view email condolences to the family through our website at www.badgerfuneralhome.com. Badger Funeral Home was entrusted with the arrangements.