Born in Columbus, Georgia on July 30, 1954 to Harry H. James, Sr. and Dorothy Mae Weaver James. Buddy attended schools in Jacksonville, Florida.
On November 30, 1971 he married Debra Lawson. They were blessed with three daughters Debra Lee Padallia, Cheryl Marie James Waddell, and Janie Lynn Oliver. As a 2nd Pressman, he worked in the printing field for many years.
Buddy was of the Baptist faith. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and the great outdoors. Riding his Harley was his favorite activity. He also loved going ‘scrappin” for anything and everything – because you never know, he might need it one day!
Buddy was predeceased by his parents Harry Senior and Dorothy Mae James, his daughter Cheryl Marie James Waddell and his grandson, Mark Anthony Padallia, II. He is survived by his wife of 51 years, Debra and daughters Debra Marie Padallia and Janie Lynn Oliver. Also he leaves behind 14 grandchildren and 17 great grandchildren.
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