James W. Drayton Obituary in Marianna at Vann Funeral Home

Obituary For James W. Drayton

Mr. James W. Drayton, of Greenwood, Florida transitioned from life temporal to life eternal on Wednesday, February 16, 2022, at Jackson Hospital in Marianna, Florida.

He was a member of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church in Greenwood, Florida.

Celebration of Life service will be held on Saturday, February 26, 2022, at 1:00 P. M. from the sanctuary of New Hope Missionary Baptist Church located at 3996 Wintergreen Road in Greenwood, Florida, with Rev. L.V. Farmer, Rev. Kevin Williams, Rev. Dwight Cockerham and Elder Dr. Rev. Nelson Wilson, officiating.

The body will lie in state from 12:00 Noon until time for the service.

Interment in the church cemetery.

A public viewing will be held on Friday, February 25, 2022, from 3:00 P. M. to 6:00 P. M. from the chapel of Vann Funeral Home.

Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidance will be followed for social distancing and wearing of asks for everyone’s safety during the viewing and the funeral service.

Mr. Drayton leaves to celebrate a life of lasting love and memories, a loving and devoted family:

Wife: Lillie J. Sims Drayton of Greenwood, Florida;

3 Daughters: Gwendolyn (Anthony Smith of Marianna, Florida; Vanessa Drayton of Ft. Myers, Florida and Kaishauna Garrett Smith of Greenwood, Florida

3 Sons: Donell Barnes of Greenwood, Florida; James Walter (Patricia) Drayton Jr. of Marianna, Florida and Daniel (Wendy) Smith of Houston, Texas

And a host of grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and many loving friends.

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Dear Jean and family may You find peace in the legacy of love and devotion left by your loved one (Deacon Drayton) and remember JOY comes in the morning. Hold fast to GOD s promises he will wipe away your tears. Know that our live and prayers are with you now to help you through this time of transition. Iman Arif and Elnora Smith-Rashad

Kindness can be shown in many ways, but only God alone can comfort a broken heart. Lillie & the Drayton Family, I pray God will grant you peace that transcends all earthly understanding and the beautiful precious memories of your beloved one will fill your heart with comfort on this day and the days ahead. Much love and prayers, Mrs. Melvin Williams

Condolences to the Drayton family. Sending love to his 2 kids Vanessa & Walter Drayton.🙏🏽🙏🏽

Our sincerest and heartfelt condolences to Lillie Drayton and family. May God's blessings be with you and your family and bring you strength during these times.

Our sincere condolences to Sister Lillie J. Drayton and the entire Drayton family. May God continue to bless you and comfort you during the loss of your love one. Ammie and Horace Williams