James Sidney Marshall Jr.

James Sidney Marshall, Jr., commonly known as “Bigboy” by those that knew him well, died peacefully in his sleep on February 1, 2020 in Charlottesville at the age of 81. He was preceded in death by his parents, James Sidney Marshall Sr., Elsie Wood Marshall, and 3 brothers, Kenny, Harold, and Clifton Marshall. Mr. Marshall is survived by his 3 sons and their wives, Ron and Debbie Marshall of Ruckersville, Va, Don and Cindy Marshall of Fredericksburg, Va., and Tony and Becky Marshall of Charlottesville. Additionally, he is survived by his loving sister Marie Marshall Scruggs, 7 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, and numerous great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. James was born on February 9, 1938, in Albemarle County. Upon leaving the military, James entered into the trades field working primarily as a plumber before becoming a roofer later in life. James was a quiet man and would often sit and watch the enjoyment of others with a smile. A funeral is scheduled for Thursday, February 6, 2020, at Free Union Church of the Brethren. The family will receive visitors from 12:30–1:30pm with services to begin at 2pm. A reception will follow at the church fellowship hall. Pastor Rick Parkhurst will officiate the ceremony. All are welcome to attend and celebrate James’s life.