He was born in Pender, North Carolina on July 24, 1945. He dutifully served his country in both the United States Air Force and the Army National Guard, before settling down as a community member of Hampton, Virginia, where he held a fruitful career in chemical plant operations. Outside of work, James enjoyed fishing and bowling, and he was an artist that took great care in his jewelry making.
He is preceded in passing by parents, Jamesgarde and Lily Inez McAlister; as well as his siblings Larry McAlister, Haywood Lee McAlister, and Verdie Inez McAlister.
James is survived by his two sons, Rickey Singleton and Dwight Singleton, and his daughter, Tyn Campbell, all of whom loved him dearly. He is also survived by his siblings, James Frank McAlister and Linda Spivey McAlister, and a host of nieces and nephews.
A celebration of life will be held in James’s honor on Thursday, November 19 at 10:00am at Parklawn-Wood Funeral Home, 2551 North Armistead Avenue, Hampton, Virginia 23666.
