Mr. James B. Sellers, 78, of Phenix City, AL passed Monday, July 24, 2023 in Columbus, GA.
Funeral service will be 11:00 a.m. EST, Thursday, August 3, 2023 at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL with Dr. Raymond Cochran, pastor and Presiding Elder James Q. Smith, Sr., MOCO District, officiating. Interment to follow in Ft. Mitchell National Cemetery, Ft. Mitchell, AL.
Visitation will be Wednesday, August 2, 2023 from 2-5 p.m. EST at St. Paul C.M.E. Church (93 Bleeker Road, Phenix City, AL 36870) and Thursday, August 3, 2023 from 10-11 a.m. EST at Franchise Missionary Baptist Church, Phenix City, AL.
Mr. James B. Sellers was born on March 6, 1945 to the late Tillman Sellers and Love Sellers-Hardge in Phenix City, AL (Bailey Hill)
He was educated in the Phenix City School System, attending Susie E. Allen Elementary and graduating from South Girard High School in 1963. He went on to graduate from Southern Union Community College, Opelika, AL.
James was a dedicated member of St. Paul C.M.E. Church in Crawford, AL. He began his leadership role early as a bold, God fearing young man, serving as a Stewart and Trustee. He served as President of the Trustee Board at St. Paul C.M.E. Church. He always took his positions seriously and made himself available to aide many churches in the Montgomery, Phenix City, Opelika District.
He was a proud Vietnam War Veteran receiving decorated honors including the Bronze Star Award. James was a member of the prestigious organization βUnited to Save Ourselvesβ in Phenix City,AL He served as president for over 25 years. This organization was formed to help the youth in the community become productive members of society.
He worked for the Michelin Tire Company in Opelika, AL retiring after 35 years. He served as Division Chairman of the local union for 12 years. A risk taker and leader, James traveled extensively to various seminars, conferences and informative meetings to add to his repertoire, allowing him to better serve fellow employees, while protecting their employment rights.
James will forever live in the hearts of his wife of 50 years, Juanita J. Sellers; one son, Jason (Altonece) Sellers; one granddaughter, Jameson; one sister, Laura (Tommie) Allen; two aunts, Izola Sanders and Sarah Daniel; one uncle, Benjamin (Joyce) Phillips; one sister-in-law, Cynthia Jones and a host of nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
Future Davenport sent Red and White Floor Basket for James B. Sellers - August 01, 2023
With our deepest sympathy from the Davenport family. May God hold you in his care during this difficult time. Love, Future, Anita, Kevin and Debbi
My deep condolences to the Sellers family. My God hold you close during this time. Prayers and blessing to you all.
Mrs.Sellers, I am truly sad to hear of James' death. He was an outstanding person in our community and was a great leader of the right things of our community. Mike Raiford.
Mrs Juanita and Jason. I just learned of the passing of Mr James. I am truly sorry and pray that God will grant you comfort and Peace. Theresa Robinson
Mrs. Juanita and Jason, I Pray that the Lord will cover you with a peace that surpasses all understanding. I pray that when you are weak He is your strength. I am keep you both in my prayers. Kimberly Chappell
Condolences to the Family from Steven M. Martin and the Martin family.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the Sellers.
Joe and Faye Rosier
We send our sincere condolences and prayers to Mrs. Sellers, Jason, and the entire Sellers family. We have lost a great leader in our community. He will truly be missed.
Rosie Caldwell Thomas & Family
My prayers are with the family. ππΏBeverly Combs
Condolences to the family. A servant of God.
Condolences to Laura and other family members. My memories of James were those of kindness and friendliness. During times like these, we must "trust God and lean not to our own understanding." Proverbs 3:5 Dr. Constance Tarver Dodson
Sending our condolences to the Sellers family. May you be comforted by our Lord and Saviour during this time. James will be missed. He made a lasting imprint on the community. May he rest peacefully. Walter J. and Sandra Phillips Harris
My sincerest condolences to Juanita and Jason! James was a phenomenal man. We worked together with USO for many years! Now he is with God and resting!!! ππ½ππ½ππ½
Gladys Williams-Tillmon
My condolences to Mr. James " Bird" Sellers and his precious family. I am so very sorry to be informed of the passing of my dear friend and special brother. Until we meet again, nothing but love for you my long time friend. Henry "Hank" Collins ll
I am so sorry for your loss... praying for comfort This was my mother Ruby Jean James brother just close a helped each other. Love ya James RIP
Hi Juanita, may those physically present with you and your son wrap you in their love and embrace. I can not be with you physically but will always be present in spirit. Love, Mae Ola McCoy and Robin (Kinder Care)
Sorry to hear about the passing of your love one praying for your family Arthur Beasley
I have always looked up to Mr. Sellers. He was so kind, welcoming, readily available to talk to anyone, giving, and supportive. Our family is grateful and thankful to have known him.
Bro Sellers thank you for being a good Servant of God.
Rev. Johnnie and Sis. Vanessa Nelms
RIP James. Servant well done. Until we meet again
RIP James. Servan well done. Until we met again.
Rest In Peace James ππΎ Billy kirk
I wish you peace as you grieve. Please accept our condolences. James and Doris Thomas.
Servant Well Done πΉ I wasn't worried about you James when I heard of your homegoing. Shalom Soldier. Love to Allπ ...Pam Williams Solomon
I'm so sorry for your loss.The Stallworth's family.
To Juanita, Jason and family! I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending love and prayers to you and your family. Alice Shed...
God bless your family. Frederick and Kathy Street
Through the darkest hours, the longest nights, the loneliest moments, God's love wwill surrpund you, His strength wil uphold you, His peace will fill your heart. My heartfelt condolences to you and your family. M J Saunders
Praying that God will comfort you all during this difficult time. Izetta Norris
To the Sellers family, my condolences and may God keep His loving arms around you. β₯οΈπ
Everlena Hodge and family.
Mrs. Juanita and Jason β My heart hurts for you both. Holding your family in my thoughts and prayers. Praying for peace and comfort as nothing I can say will take away the pain you're experiencing. Just want you to know that I care about you all, and I share in your sadness. Mrs. Juanita, love never dies. Jason, may your father live on through you. He's forever a part of you. Love you both.
To the family of James Sellers..I'm so sorry to hear about the passing of your love one . May the special memories you and your family made together help you through this difficult time. May God continue to embrace all of you with his unfailing love and comfort. Sending Love your Way..Lillie Pearl Johnson
To the Sellers Family,
You all are in my thoughts and prayers. The memories of his teachings and passion for investing into the youth of our community to be "GREAT" will never be forgotten.
Mrs. April Brown Chester (United to Save Ourselves Youth)
Condolences to the James Sellers, praying God give you peace! Continue prayer.
To the Family of James Sellers . My heart goes out to you all .May God strengthen you all at this difficult time with the passing of your love one . I'm forever grateful to James for helping me get hired at Uniroyal many years ago . I showed my gratefulness until I medically retired . Barbara Horace Ford
To The Family Of Mr James Sellers . My heart goes out to you all . May God Strengthen you during this difficult time with the passing of your love one .I will never forget how James helped me get hired at Uniroyal many years ago and I showed my gratefulness until I medically retired.
Our deepest sympathy and condolences to the family. Katherine and Alan Sparks.
My deepest sympathy to the family of Bro. James Sellers. Just know you ALL are in my prayers. May God Our Father, thru His son Jesus, continue to comfort each of you, give strength and peace. Sending much loveβ€. James will be missed! He will always be alive within all of you. He loved his family,friends, and his church (St. Paul CME). Rest,James, you fought a good fight, you have finished.πΉπΉπΉ Faye Vaughn-Ingram and Familyβ€β€β€ππΏππΏππΏ
May you rest cousin in our saviour's arms.... Juanita and Jason may He strengthen your souls.
With heart felt condolences. Know that God is every where, and knows what's best for his children, a child of the King. The Barrett Brothers, Danny & Van
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My condolences and prayers with the Sellers family.Victoria Griffin ππ½ππ½β€οΈ
Expressing our sincere sympathy to the lovely wife Ms Juanita, son and othe family members. Mr. SELLERS always supported ways to empower and enriched young males, for this I am deeply in gratitude. Thanks you for making a difference in the lives of so many young black males. Mr Sellers was a bold soul! Always building. Rest in the Lord! Larry and Gwenetta Echols Jaylen R. Harris
Sending Prayers and My Deepest Condolences to The Family/My Family; Juanita, Jason, Laura and all those whose lives were touched by James on his journey here on earth. Continue to look to The Hills, God will be your Strength in your time of bereavement.
RIH Cousin James
Venissa Moffett & Family
My sincere condolences to the Sellers family!!! Love Patsy Davis
To Mrs. Sellers, please accept my condolences, Mr. Sellers was special to me and my dad. The neighborhood will surely miss him. Be encouraged and I love you π
Sending ππ to my family Rest on James love you Elaine, Kendal, cobey
We offer our sincere condolences to the family of our dear friend, James Sellers. He will certainly be missed by the South Girard Alumni Association and the CME Church. Dr. and Mrs. Thomas Moffett
To the family of James B. Sellers may the peace of God be your strength at your time of sadness. James is at rest no more pain, he was a joy to every life he touched and helped to God we give the glory. Ethel Stephens
Deepest condolences to the Sellers family, Although we as believer know that these, times are going to come, and the words of God say Weeping May endure for night, but the Joy does come in the morning, No more pain for James, resting from his labor. You will be missed, To God be the Glory. God bless and keep you. The Smith and Milton family.
Condolences to the family at this time of sadness. May you be comforted by our Lord. May James rest peacefully. Blessings. Walter and Sandra Harris
To the family of James Sellers, I'm sadden to hear of James transition. I met James and his sister Laura while employed at Uniroyal. James was an very friendly person. He will be missed by many.May God embrace all of you with his unfailing love and comfort....Darlean Graham, Salem, Alabama
So Thankful for the Countless Conversation with Bro, Sellers , Butch Lewis and Family
So Thankful for the Countless Conversation I had with Bro. sellers, with that being said Sleep on my Friend, Sleep on!!
My sincere condolences to the Seller's Family, Mrs. Juanita and Jason. My the Holy Spirit comfort your heart and grant you peace in this time of sorrow. Just know that Mr. Sellers is with The Lord and we don't grieve as if we have no HOPE. The many conversations at the office with Mr. Sellers has let me know how much he believed and loved Jesus. Hold fast to that legacy. He loved his family and was always a man of integrity. Our prayers goes out for you and your family. May God bless and keep you in His care. Brenda, Tara and Regina Tarver
I lite this blue candle of calmness, serenity and peace, because I know that Brother James is at peace and I pray that God give the family strength and peace to know that he has reached his heavenly home That he has work so hard to reach Rest Easy James form The family of Mary Dove Smith we love you all
My deepest condolences for the family and friends of Mr. James Sellers. Many prayers for you all π
TO THE FAMILYS OF JAMES SELLERS YOU ARE IN OUR PRAYERS AND IN OUR THOUGHTS. MAY GOD, PRESENCE GIVE YOU THE STRENGTH TO ENDURE THE LOST OF JAMES SELLER, A HUSBAND, A FATHER, A BROTHER, A FRIEND, AND MOST OF ALL A MAN OF GOD! BROTHER JAMES HAVE BEEN IN THE STORMS FOR A WHILE NOW, BUT GOD, CALL HIS NAME OF JULY 24, 2023 TO FINAL REST! WON'T NEVER BE SICK AGAIN NO MORE DOCTORS OR MEDICINE,NO MORE CRYING AND NO MORE PAIN. JAMES ARE JUST LIKE THE POOR MAN LAZ'A-RUS NOW HE'S IN ABRAHAM BOSOM NOW EVERY DAY IS SUNDAY. TO JUANITA, HIS SON JAMES WINGS WAS READY, BUT YOUR HEART WAS NOT! IN THIS BEREAVEMENT ALLOW GOD, TO PILOT YOUR LIFE THROUGH THE LOST OF YOUR LOVED ONES. IN JE'SUS NAME I PRAY AMEN AND AMEN LOVE YOU ALL FROM THE BROOKS FAMILY TREES!
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