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Obituary For Mr. James Haywood

Mr. James Haywood was called to his heavenly home Friday, February 17, 2023 at Wake Forest Baptist Hospital in Winston Salem, NC. James also known as “Jimmy and Big Jim’ was born on May 9, 1944 to the late Mary Elizabeth Haywood. He was also preceded in death by one daughter, Rhonda Green; sister, Doris Haywood Simmons; two brothers, Billy and Bobby Haywood.

Jimmy attended William Penn High School. He completed Truck Driving School in 1988 and began OTR Truck driving. Jimmy parlayed his career into Limousine and Luxury transport services where he met many famous and interesting people. He was an executive limousine driver for various companies during his career.

He was a member of First Emmanuel Baptist Church, where his presence will be greatly missed and was President of The Senior Usher Board.

He loved watching football on Sundays with his brothers Gary & Rickey, he also enjoyed concerts, horror movies, golfing, road trips and spending time with his family.

Jimmy was a stylish dresser with impeccable taste.

He was a loving and an amazingly awesome husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle and friend, who will be greatly missed. He leaves to cherish his memories, his wife, Debra; four children, Tori Dumas, Daniel Dumas, Bruce Haywood and Gina Rogers; two brothers, Gary Haywood, Ricky (Julia) Haywood; grandchildren; Danielle Little, Daniel Little, Da’Miah Dumas, De’Yonna Dumas, Da’Marion Little, Breidan Lytch Haywood, Deasi Lytch Haywood, Kiasha Rogers, Jaden Rogers, Eric Green Cedric Green and Robert Minty, Jr.; a special niece, Natalie (Lawrence) Boulware; other nieces, nephews cousins and friends.

Funeral service will be held Saturday, March 4, 2023 at 2:00 p.m. at First Emmanuel Baptist Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:30 p.m. until 2:00 p.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Guest Book

Our deepest condolences and prayers William Penn Class of "1967"

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Earth's loss is Heaven's gain. To the family and my classmate, continue to live so that you all will see each other again. Jimmy is at a well deserved rest. Love and prayers for you all. Gretta M. Bush and Family

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To the family of Jimmy Haywood. We have lost a friend but God has gained an angel. I never saw Jimmy without that sweet smile on his face. RIH Jimmy. To the family my deepest and sincerest condolences. My prayer is that God grant you strength and peace today and the days ahead. Crickett Wallington

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My condolences to the Haywood Family. Rest in peace my friend. Gail Steele

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To the family may you find peace during this time. The Warren and Steele Family

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Our Condolences to the Family, Prayers to keep you in God's hands 💝🙏

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Condolences to the Haywood Family, Deborah Little and Family

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RIP Big Jim, Jim was a well dressed man. I will always remember him.I remember he Larry and I would attend events, we would always check each other out with the grin and nod to each other, that we approve of each other's attire. FBBA for ever. To the HAYWOOD family God Bless and keep you. Jimmy will always be our friend. Sonny and the rest of the Ledbetter and medley family.

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My condolences to the Haywood family. My mind takes me back when I was a teenager, in my old neighborhood of Vernon Street. Jimmy was older and he had a group of guys that he hung out with. The whole gang were great dressers. I would sit on my porch and watch the guys ride in cars following each other and dressed like they were attending a fashion show. As time moved on, I believe Jimmy was the last of that group. Everytime I saw him, it was a constant reminder of how men back then took pride in their appearances and had strong bonds among themselves. I will miss running into him at the grocery store or one of the other stores in town. One thing I can say, "I never saw him without looking like he was going somewhere special. I pray God will give the family peace during this time. I know you and the old gang are all together now, styling and profiling. RIP Jimmy! Lorraine Whitworth Jackson

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My condolences to the Haywood family. My mind takes me back when I was a teenager, in my old neighborhood of Vernon Street. Jimmy was older and he had a group of guys that he hung out with. The whole gang were great dressers. I would sit on my porch and watch the guys ride in cars following each other and dressed like they were attending a fashion show. As time moved on, I believe Jimmy was the last of that group. Everytime I saw him, it was a constant reminder of how men back then took pride in their appearances and had strong bonds among themselves. I will miss running into him at the grocery store or one of the other stores in town. One thing I can say, "I never saw him without looking like he was going somewhere special. I pray God will give the family peace during this time. I know you and the old gang are all together now, styling and profiling. RIP Jimmy! Lorraine Whitworth Jackson

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To The Haywood Family, my condolences to you all. I was saddened and shocked to know that Jimmy has passed away. I pray that you find comfort and strength during this difficult time. Cherish the memories, peace and blessings... Avis Baldwin and Family

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RIP To the Haywood family so sorry for your loss just know he in the arms of our Father he was always with asmile on his face

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RIP To the Haywood family so sorry for your loss just know he in the arms of our Father he was always with asmile on his face

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Deb, Ricky, and Gary, the Haywood Family. Sorry to hear about Jimmy's passing. My heart was broke, God knows best. He was always stylish, professional, and with a smile on his face. We go back a long way and he will be miss by all who knew him. RIP my friend. Andy and Gilmer Family.

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I'm am going to miss you and that contagious smile rest in peace my friend we will miss you here But God knows what's best A friend Toby Atkins

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Sadden to hear of Jimmy's passing.He was always the same no matter where you saw him at always very respectful Rest In Peace Jimmy

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Hello, Family: Jimmy was like a brother to The Johnson and Tyson Family. He was our Brother Larry's close friend. Our Mothers were friends. Jimmy was a sharp dressed Man of God. Jimmy showed love and respect to all. He was a faithful and dedicated Church member. Look up Family. We will all miss Jimmy. God Bless each of you. Rev. Bobby W. Green, Jr. and Dr. Gwendolyn Johnson-Green

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My condolences goes out to the Haywood family. My condolences goes out to my niece and nephews. Jimmy was a nice and intelligent man I always spoke to Jimmy when he comes and eats breakfast in the hospital cafeteria after he finish with the gym. He always ask me how my grandkids doing? I tell him they doing fine growing and getting big. Jimmy will truly will be missed. Love the Ledbetter and the Little family.

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To The Haywood Family, My sincere condolences to the family in the loss of Jimmy. He will be missed. I will miss seeing him on occasions on my visits to HP. Jimmy was a nice man. May God comfort you and give each of you peace! Thanks, Rosalyn Gilmer-Flanagan

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Jimmy was a unique man of God, he love his church family and was an awesome usher. Thank you Jimmy for teaching my husband how to usher properly.You will truly be missed. Barbara Gaither

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Our staff will continue to keep your family in our prayers. We thank you for allowing us to serve your family.

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