James was born to (then) James and Evelyn Mace, Sr. in Barstow, California where he was raised and completed school at Barstow High. Despite having been born with the physical limitations of C.P., his determination to overcome never allowed it to hinder him from playing soccer and ice hockey as a child. Later in life his strong will to overcome enabled him to land a career with one of his passions – working on and around cars as a paint and auto body technician. His other passion in life was for God where he sought to know His Truth and enjoyed any opportunity he was given to work for Him to encourage and help others.
He is survived by his wife, Angela, as well as his children Klarysa Rivers, Kristina Mace, James Paul (Anessa) Mace III, and Kanysha Mace; 7 grandchildren; parents, James (Edith) Mace, Sr.; siblings Richard Mace, Sherry Moon, Walter Mace and Kristy Mace. He was preceded in death by his paternal and maternal grandparents.
A celebration of life will be held at 1:00 p.m., Saturday, May 18, 2019 at White Mortuary “Chapel by the Park.”
In lieu of flowers it is requested to bring Hot Wheel car toys that will be donated to military families.
