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James Abdura Rahim Shabazz, Jr.

07/09/1948 - 11/23/2021

Obituary For James Abdura Rahim Shabazz, Jr.

James Abdura Rahim Shabazz, Jr., 73, of Idlewild Dr, Fieldale, VA, departed from this life Monday, November 22, 2021 at SOVAH Health-Martinsville. He was born Baltimore, MD, on July 9, 1948, the son of the late James Shabazz, Sr., and the late Annie Mae Robertson Shabazz.

In addition to his parents, James was preceded in death by two daughters, Sharon Shabazz and Sakeenah Abdullan; one brother, Imir Shabazz; and two sisters, Doranna Crooks Shabazz, and Debora Shabazz.

James served as Imam at the Martinsville Islamic Center. He received his Bachelor's degree in Biology/Science from Fayetteville State University. He retired from Dominion Power Co. in Chesapeake, VA after 23 years of service.

James leaves to cherish his memory his wife, Thebra Staples Shabazz of the home; three daughters, Ruqayyah Shabazz of Martinsville, VA, Sabreen Staples of Fieldale, VA, Shahidah Abdullah of Virginia Beach, VA; four sons, Amir Shabazz of Raleigh, NC, James Shabazz, III of Atlanta, GA, Yardon Shabazz of Virginia Beach, VA and Tahsean Hodge of Fieldale, VA; four sisters, Donna (Alimony) Kanu, Ashia Shabazz, Shana Ayscue (Mark Springfield), and Kabirah (Kevin) Taylor; four brothers, Raymond (Betty) McGregor Shabazz, Nathaniel (Barbara) McGregor Shabazz, Noble (Debra) McGregor Shabazz, and Aaron (Joy) Shabazz; 13 grandchildren, and a host of nieces nephews, other relatives and friends.

A graveside service will be held on Wednesday, November 24, 2021 at 1 p.m. at the Staples Family Cemetery, Fieldale, VA with Imam Muhammad Ali Zaghab, Officiating.

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I want to offer my sincere condolences to the entire Shabazz family! Brother Shabazz will truly be missed. He definitely impacted my life and the lives of many! I know his memory will live on! May Allah forgive him of his sins and grant him paradise! Sending love from The Haqq Family!

Condolences to the entire Shabazz family. May Allah havr mercy on his soul, forgive him his sins, and grant him the highest station in Paradise. May Allah bless his family with comfort, peace and blessings. InnaAllahi, wa innaAllahi Rajun. From Allah we come to him is our return. Ameen Sister Muneerah and Bro. Taswir Abdul-Musawir and Family

As Salaamu Alaikum May Allah comfort you and your family at this time of loss. Imam passing is a tremendous loss to all who knew him, the community will really miss his kind heart and extensive knowledge of the religion. He offered hope to those who needed it. In Shaa Allah may your hearts meet again in Jannah. Love Hanif and Ruth Miller

As-Salaamu Alaikum wa Rahmatullahi wa Barakatuh! May God's Peace, Blessings and Mercy be on Imam Shabazz, Sister Thebra and the Family. We are so sad to hear about the passing of Imam Shabazz. May Allah bless him and reward him with Paradise. πŸ˜ŒπŸ€²πŸΎπŸ˜‡πŸ₯° The Salaam's: Ali, Krystal, Jibreel, Nafeesah & Natalia

May the lord of all systems of knowledge bless him and family my family prays go out to those who were touch by him I know it was his words and actiom that help me in my struggle Ameen

As Salaam Alaikum May the Peace and Mercy that Allah(G'd) extends be With the Shabazz Family during their time of bereavement and beyond. We pray the choicest blessing for our Brother,Imam James Shabazz,that his resting place be expanded,that it be filled with the sweetest perfume and that all of his good deeds be amplified as a Mercy from his Lord! Ameen Our last and fond memory that we shared with the family at the Eid ul fitr Celebration. We were honored for Imam James Shabazz to be our honored Kitib for the beautiful family/community celebration. His sincere love for the believers will forever be in our heart, mind, and Spirit. Rest in Peace Our Brother! We Love You for the Sake of Allah (swt) Ameen! Ameen! Ameen Imam Hosea and Dr. Hajirah Salaam

Our deepest condolences. May Allah reward you the highest station in paradise. Ali & Wakeelah

Donna, Alim and the entire Shabazz family,

What an amazing man James was. He has left a legacy that will live on forever. We Praise God!

You and your entire family have consumed our hearts and souls. Sure there is deep sadness in your hearts, but what a blessing you were given in such an amazing brother and minster in such an awesome, loving, kind and powerful brother. Always keep him alive is your soul. May God give you all memories that bring you pride, laughter, love, joy, peace and comfort. We love you guys and we'll be lifting you up in prayer in the days ahead. May God Almighty bless you all with peace divine. β™₯οΈπŸ™πŸ»

Frank & Gayle Havens

The Community of Masjid William Salaam, Norfolk, VA 23508 offers our sincere condolence, assistance and love to our Sister, Thebra Shabazz and the entire Family of our dear Brother, Imam James Shabazz, Jr. upon his passing.

My deepest sympathies in the loss of James. My thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time. I pray that your wonderful memories will provide some level of comfort in the days and weeks to come.

Tonya Nelson. (Friend of Donna Kanu)

Uncle James was a man whom I can wholeheartedly say has lived a righteous life. I have always seen him as my Imam. I seek comfort in knowing that he has nothing but good in store for him! May Allah open up all of the gates of jannah for him, make his name of those called out into the jannah, forgive him of his sins, and make all matters easy upon the entire family. Thank you Uncle James for such an upstanding example of living it vs lip service.

We are sorry to hear of your Loss, Sending condolences and a Heartfelt prayer of Comfort to the Family. The Life Society, Hazel W. Spencer, President

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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