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Official Obituary of

James Lee Washington Sr.

June 14, 1948 ~ September 25, 2023 (age 75) 75 Years Old

James Washington Sr. Obituary

James Lee Washington Sr., 75, of Friars Point, MS, passed away Monday September 25, 2023 at Methodist North, Memphis, TN.

James "Coach" Washington was a pioneer who''s legacy will be remembered. He devoted most of his working career to the Maroon & White family. He also currently served as the mayor of Friars Point, MS.

Viewing will be Sunday October 8, 2023 from 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM at Coahoma Community College Pinnacle. The Celebration of Life will follow at 1:00 PM. Burial will be at Friars Point Cemetery. Rev. Earl Myles will be officiating.

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Services

Visitation

Sunday
October 8, 2023
11:00 AM to 12:30 PM
Coahoma Community College Pinnacle
3240 Friars Point Rd.
Clarksdale, MS 38614

Celebration of Life

Sunday
October 8, 2023
1:00 PM
Coahoma Community College Pinnacle
3240 Friars Point Rd.
Clarksdale, MS 38614

Committal

Sunday
October 8, 2023
3:30 PM
Friars Point Cemetery
No Address
Friars Pont, MS 38632