Mr. James Douglas Flowers Obituary in High Point at Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

Obituary For Mr. James Douglas Flowers

Mr. James Douglas Flowers began his life journey on October 20, 1950, in Newark, New Jersey, and departed this life at his residence in Thomasville, NC, on June 5, 2023, surrounded by his lovely family. His parents, Lee Kirkland and Mary Flowers Kirkland preceded him in death.

He graduated from Newark South Side High School class of 1968 and attended St. Paul College in Virginia. He was a manager of Sears Holding Company until his retirement.

He was a devoted member of Williams Memorial C.M.E. Church for 23 years, serving as president and treasurer of the Male Chorus and President of the Gospel Choir.

James leaves to cherish his memories: his loving wife of thirty plus years, Carolyn Flowers, of the home; one daughter, Jai Flowers Brown (Felton) of Florida; two sons, Kenneth Norris (Jen) of Minnesota and David Norris of North Carolina.; one sister, Brenda Flowers; three brothers, Dr. Keith Kirkland (Lisa), Kenneth Kirkland (Linda) and Lee Kirkland (Carol) all of New Jersey; three grandchildren, Kenya, Karon, and Nia; two great-grandchildren; and a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, friends, and acquaintances.

Funeral service will be held Monday, June 19, 2023 at 11:30 a.m. at Williams Memorial CME Church. The family will receive friends at the church from 11:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m.

Final arrangements are entrusted to Phillips Funeral Service, Inc.

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Dear Carolyn & Family, We've been out of town to return to the shocking news of the passing of your loving husband, James. We are his fond church members. This earthly Angel with a melodious voice is now singing in the Heavenly Choir. We pray that God's loving arms continually embrace you and the many treasured shared memories plus acts of kindness sustain you during this difficult time.
Loving Remembrance, Lomax & Janice

I offer my love and sympathy to the Flowers family. May you find comfort in the knowledge that James' spirit is with our Creator, and being so, he remains with you always. Carol, may abundant peace be with you always my friend. Love, Blanche

My condolences and prayers to the family of Mr. James Flowers. I worked with him at Sears and meet him whenI was Williams Memorial Secretary. He always smile, and told to trust God and everything will be just fine.

I worked with James at Sears.. He was polite and greeted with a big smile. Sending my condolence to his family..

I'm so saddened by the passing of James,I will miss you so much Carolyn and I am definitely praying for you and your family

James and Carolyn are very much a part of our Williams Memorial CME Church family. Much Love to the family.

I work with Mr. Flowers at Sears marketing and he was always happy greeting you with a smile and such a smooth cool man! I'm sending my condolences to his family

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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