James Henry Peede Sr

Roanoke Rapids-

James Henry Peede, Sr., 76, died at his home Saturday, January 21, 2017.

James was born in Northampton County, May 20, 1940, to the late Celia Vera Peede Deaton. He loved the outdoors, especially fishing, and loved painting. In addition to his mother, James was preceded in death by his step father, Sherman Deaton and his son, Thomas Peede.

Surviving are his wife, Lula Miles Peede of the home; sons, James H. Peede, Jr. and Sherman Miles Peede, both of Roanoke Rapids; daughters, Terry Robinson of Roanoke Rapids, and Marie Cox and husband, Lewis, of Garysburg; brother, Robert Bobby Gums and wife, Nancy, of Roanoke Rapids; grandchildren, Timmy Robinson, Jr., Jeffrey Robinson, Suzanne Holt, Collette Davis and Emily Cox; great grandchildren, Trey Robinson, Liam Robinson, Brody Holt and Carleigh Holt. Also surviving, is his faithful dog and buddy, Brandy.

The family will receive friends at Hockaday Funeral & Cremation Service Tuesday, January 24, 2017, from 6-8 pm. Revs. Randy Martin and Joe Wall will conduct a graveside service Wednesday, January 25, 2017, at 11:00 am in Cedarwood Cemetery.